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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:07:19 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could cause a high-pitched noise in my Honda when turning, belt tensioner?]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:12:40 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=2240">MasonC</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2016 Honda Accord that’s been making a faint, high-pitched whining noise that seems to come from the front end whenever I turn the steering wheel, especially at low speeds or when parked. It’s not the power steering pump because that’s electric, so I’m wondering if it could be the serpentine belt tensioner or maybe the steering rack itself starting to go.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2016 Honda Accord that’s been making a faint, high-pitched whining noise that seems to come from the front end whenever I turn the steering wheel, especially at low speeds or when parked. It’s not the power steering pump because that’s electric, so I’m wondering if it could be the serpentine belt tensioner or maybe the steering rack itself starting to go.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could trigger a TPMS warning when all tire pressures are correct?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what-could-trigger-a-tpms-warning-when-all-tire-pressures-are-correct</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:16:10 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=455">RyanS</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2017 Civic and the TPMS light just came on solid. I checked all four tires with a gauge and they’re all exactly at the door placard pressure, so it’s not an actual low tire. Could a failing sensor battery cause this even if the pressure is correct?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2017 Civic and the TPMS light just came on solid. I checked all four tires with a gauge and they’re all exactly at the door placard pressure, so it’s not an actual low tire. Could a failing sensor battery cause this even if the pressure is correct?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could cause a whining noise in my Honda Accord engine bay?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what-could-cause-a-whining-noise-in-my-honda-accord-engine-bay</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:37:24 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1767">Paisley.L</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2015 Honda Accord that’s been making a faint, high-pitched whining noise that seems to come from the engine bay whenever I accelerate. It’s not the belts, I checked those, and the power steering fluid is full. I’m just wondering if this could point to a failing bearing in one of the accessory pulleys or something else I should look into before it gets worse.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2015 Honda Accord that’s been making a faint, high-pitched whining noise that seems to come from the engine bay whenever I accelerate. It’s not the belts, I checked those, and the power steering fluid is full. I’m just wondering if this could point to a failing bearing in one of the accessory pulleys or something else I should look into before it gets worse.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What’s causing a squealing belt, and could a faulty tensioner be the cause?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what%E2%80%99s-causing-a-squealing-belt-and-could-a-faulty-tensioner-be-the-cause</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:10:49 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1699">Aubrey93</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I think my car’s serpentine belt is starting to squeal, but only when it’s cold and damp in the morning. It goes away after a few minutes of driving, and I can’t see any obvious cracks on the belt itself. I’m just not sure if this is a sign it needs immediate replacement or if something else like a tensioner could be causing the noise.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I think my car’s serpentine belt is starting to squeal, but only when it’s cold and damp in the morning. It goes away after a few minutes of driving, and I can’t see any obvious cracks on the belt itself. I’m just not sure if this is a sign it needs immediate replacement or if something else like a tensioner could be causing the noise.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could cause a squeal at low speeds after replacing brake pads?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what-could-cause-a-squeal-at-low-speeds-after-replacing-brake-pads</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:50:51 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=576">James.J</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I just replaced my own brake pads for the first time, but now there’s a faint, high-pitched squeal that happens at very low speeds just before I come to a complete stop. I bedded them in as per the instructions, but I’m wondering if I missed a step with the shims or if a bit of grease got somewhere it shouldn't have.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I just replaced my own brake pads for the first time, but now there’s a faint, high-pitched squeal that happens at very low speeds just before I come to a complete stop. I bedded them in as per the instructions, but I’m wondering if I missed a step with the shims or if a bit of grease got somewhere it shouldn't have.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could cause a new oil leak after an oil change on my Civic?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what-could-cause-a-new-oil-leak-after-an-oil-change-on-my-civic</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:27:02 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1155">AddisonUM</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I just changed the oil in my 2012 Civic and now I’m seeing a few drops of fresh oil on the garage floor directly under the filter. I torqued it by hand until it was snug, then gave it another quarter turn like I always do, but maybe that wasn’t enough this time. I’m wondering if the old gasket from the last filter could have stuck to the engine block.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I just changed the oil in my 2012 Civic and now I’m seeing a few drops of fresh oil on the garage floor directly under the filter. I torqued it by hand until it was snug, then gave it another quarter turn like I always do, but maybe that wasn’t enough this time. I’m wondering if the old gasket from the last filter could have stuck to the engine block.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What’s the best way to fix an over-torqued oil drain plug without stripping?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what%E2%80%99s-the-best-way-to-fix-an-over-torqued-oil-drain-plug-without-stripping</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:46:45 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=2387">Penelope78</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I just tried to change my own oil for the first time and I’m pretty sure I over-torqued the drain plug. The bolt head feels a bit chewed up from my socket and I’m worried about stripping the threads in the pan if I try to take it off again. What’s the best way to approach this without making it worse?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I just tried to change my own oil for the first time and I’m pretty sure I over-torqued the drain plug. The bolt head feels a bit chewed up from my socket and I’m worried about stripping the threads in the pan if I try to take it off again. What’s the best way to approach this without making it worse?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Should i get a brake fluid flush if the fluid looks dark and moist?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/should-i-get-a-brake-fluid-flush-if-the-fluid-looks-dark-and-moist</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:16:26 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1544">LukeKJ</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I just got a quote for a brake fluid flush and the mechanic said my fluid looks dark and is absorbing moisture. My car’s manual says to change it every two years, but it’s been almost four and I haven’t noticed any difference in pedal feel. Is this something that really needs doing on a schedule, or are they just seeing an easy service sale?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I just got a quote for a brake fluid flush and the mechanic said my fluid looks dark and is absorbing moisture. My car’s manual says to change it every two years, but it’s been almost four and I haven’t noticed any difference in pedal feel. Is this something that really needs doing on a schedule, or are they just seeing an easy service sale?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could cause a high-pitched whine when turning the steering wheel in Civic?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what-could-cause-a-high-pitched-whine-when-turning-the-steering-wheel-in-civic</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:47:07 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1531">Eric45</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2015 Civic that’s started making a faint, high-pitched whining noise when I turn the steering wheel at low speeds, especially in a parking lot. It doesn’t seem to affect the power steering assist, but that sound has me worried something in the steering system is wearing out.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2015 Civic that’s started making a faint, high-pitched whining noise when I turn the steering wheel at low speeds, especially in a parking lot. It doesn’t seem to affect the power steering assist, but that sound has me worried something in the steering system is wearing out.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could cause a high-pitched front-end whine in my sedan when coasting?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what-could-cause-a-high-pitched-front-end-whine-in-my-sedan-when-coasting</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:22:09 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=415">Frank11</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[My 2016 sedan has started making a faint, high-pitched whine that seems to come from the front end when I’m coasting or lightly braking. It’s not the pads, as I just replaced them, and the sound disappears if I press the brake pedal harder. I’m wondering if this could point to a warped rotor or maybe a caliper pin that isn’t sliding quite right.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[My 2016 sedan has started making a faint, high-pitched whine that seems to come from the front end when I’m coasting or lightly braking. It’s not the pads, as I just replaced them, and the sound disappears if I press the brake pedal harder. I’m wondering if this could point to a warped rotor or maybe a caliper pin that isn’t sliding quite right.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why does my car heater smell sweet only when warm, could it be a coolant leak?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/why-does-my-car-heater-smell-sweet-only-when-warm-could-it-be-a-coolant-leak</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:49:05 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=689">Hannah30</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve been noticing a faint, sweet smell coming from my car’s vents whenever I run the heater. It’s not there with the A/C, only when it’s set to warm. I’m worried it might be a sign of a coolant leak somewhere in the heating system, but I haven’t seen any drips on the driveway or a drop in the overflow tank level.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve been noticing a faint, sweet smell coming from my car’s vents whenever I run the heater. It’s not there with the A/C, only when it’s set to warm. I’m worried it might be a sign of a coolant leak somewhere in the heating system, but I haven’t seen any drips on the driveway or a drop in the overflow tank level.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why would p0420 show up and could the o2 sensor be the culprit?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/why-would-p0420-show-up-and-could-the-o2-sensor-be-the-culprit</link>
			<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:28:35 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=694">Paisley60</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[My 2017 sedan’s check engine light came on, and the code reader says it’s P0420 for catalyst efficiency below threshold. The car runs fine, no odd smells or loss of power, but I’m worried this is the start of a costly exhaust system repair. I’ve heard it could just be a bad oxygen sensor, but I’m not sure how to tell without just throwing parts at it.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[My 2017 sedan’s check engine light came on, and the code reader says it’s P0420 for catalyst efficiency below threshold. The car runs fine, no odd smells or loss of power, but I’m worried this is the start of a costly exhaust system repair. I’ve heard it could just be a bad oxygen sensor, but I’m not sure how to tell without just throwing parts at it.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Should I worry about a stuck power steering cap causing pressure buildup?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/should-i-worry-about-a-stuck-power-steering-cap-causing-pressure-buildup</link>
			<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:02:17 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=2103">Luke18</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I was topping up my power steering fluid and noticed the reservoir cap doesn't seem to be venting properly, it was really hard to get off. Could this cause a problem with the system building up too much pressure, or is it usually not a big deal?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I was topping up my power steering fluid and noticed the reservoir cap doesn't seem to be venting properly, it was really hard to get off. Could this cause a problem with the system building up too much pressure, or is it usually not a big deal?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could cause a high-pitched front-end whine at speed wheel bearing or tires?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what-could-cause-a-high-pitched-front-end-whine-at-speed-wheel-bearing-or-tires</link>
			<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:51:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=2011">GregoryR</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2015 sedan that’s developed a faint, high-pitched whine from the front end that seems to come and go with wheel speed. I’m trying to figure out if this is just a wheel bearing starting to go, or if it could be something else like a worn brake pad indicator or even a tire issue. The sound is most noticeable around 40 mph and doesn’t change when I turn.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2015 sedan that’s developed a faint, high-pitched whine from the front end that seems to come and go with wheel speed. I’m trying to figure out if this is just a wheel bearing starting to go, or if it could be something else like a worn brake pad indicator or even a tire issue. The sound is most noticeable around 40 mph and doesn’t change when I turn.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[What could cause a whine from the power steering pump when turning slowly?]]></title>
			<link>https://forumtotal.com/thread/what-could-cause-a-whine-from-the-power-steering-pump-when-turning-slowly</link>
			<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:03:41 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://forumtotal.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=2307">Zachary74</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2015 sedan that’s developed a faint, high-pitched whine from the front end that only happens when I’m turning the steering wheel at low speeds, like when I’m parking. The power steering fluid level looks okay, but I’m worried it might be the pump starting to fail.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve got a 2015 sedan that’s developed a faint, high-pitched whine from the front end that only happens when I’m turning the steering wheel at low speeds, like when I’m parking. The power steering fluid level looks okay, but I’m worried it might be the pump starting to fail.]]></content:encoded>
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