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Infiniti JX offers comfort even in the third row

The crossover does a commendable job of getting seven people into one vehicle without contortionist poses and then keeps them content and comfortable.

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With a new transmission, SUV won't go into overdrive

A Is the transmission failing to engage overdrive? Or failing to lock up the torque converter clutch? Start with the simple possibilities. Any of the following could cause either of these issues: a faulty thermostat preventing the engine from reaching full operating temperature, a faulty or disconnected coolant temperature sensor or a faulty or disconnected vehicle speed sensor.

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Dodge loads Dart compact with features

The Dart rolls into showrooms in June with cushy materials, sculpted seats, electronic blind-spot alert, and sporty handling and performance.

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