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Old 02-14-2009, 03:39 AM
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Burning Rubber Smell
Yes, sometimes I drive hard but that is not causing a slight burning rubber smell when I turn off my HHR and get out.

Its not the tires, what else could cause this?
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Old 02-14-2009, 08:42 AM
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Belts, hoses, something resting close to the exhaust pipes, manifold?
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Old 02-14-2009, 01:42 PM
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Mine smells as if the clutch was slipping, only problem is that mine is a automatic.
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Old 02-14-2009, 02:12 PM
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It seems further back... I'm taking it in this week. It doesn't quite smell like clutch to me but kinda. Just like burning rubber.. I thought tires at first...
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Old 02-14-2009, 07:52 PM
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Smile Burning Smell
I'm thinking a break is hanging up ??? just my 2 cents worth
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Old 02-14-2009, 11:10 PM
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Now that's a good guess. My breaks are very squeaky when cold until warmed up. Wonder if its connected. I'll know mid-week!
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Old 02-15-2009, 11:41 AM
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brakes can really start to stink if they are locked up like said before id look there.
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Old 02-15-2009, 10:04 PM
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It is not too strong, just enough to think maybe you did a burn out before parking. And while the 2.4 CAN do it... I don't... :)
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Old 02-16-2009, 07:14 AM
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Tight brakes would make the wheels hot.
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Old 02-16-2009, 07:58 AM
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maybe a wheel bearing seized?
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