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Common 1987 Chevrolet Blazer problems
The 1987 Chevrolet Blazer, like any vehicle, can experience a range of issues based on owner complaints. Here are some of the most common problems with the 1987 Chevrolet Blazer:
- Starting Problems: A significant number of owners have reported issues starting their 1987 Blazers. These problems can range from the engine cranking but not starting to the vehicle not starting at all. Potential causes include faulty fuel pumps, issues with the transmission, or problems with the ignition system.
- Fuel Pump Failure: The fuel pump is critical for delivering fuel from the tank to the engine. Some 1987 Blazer owners have reported that their fuel pumps have failed, causing the engine to stall or fail to start.
- Defective Distributor: The distributor is responsible for delivering the spark to the engine's cylinders at the right time. Some 1987 Blazer owners have reported internal defects in their distributors, causing the engine to run rough or stall.
- Inaccurate Fuel Gauge: A faulty fuel gauge is a common problem in the 1987 Blazer. This issue can cause the fuel gauge to display inaccurate readings, which can lead to running out of fuel unexpectedly.
- Transmission Failure: Transmission failure is a significant issue in the 1987 Blazer. Some owners have reported that their vehicles will not go forward or backward when put in gear, indicating a problem with the transmission.
- Electronic Stability Sensor (ESC) Issues: Some 1987 Blazer owners have reported issues with the ESC, which can interfere with the power steering and cause the vehicle to behave unpredictably. This issue can also drain the battery and cause the check engine light to come on.
- Clogged Catalytic Converter: A clogged catalytic converter can cause the engine to bog down and lose power. This issue is more common in older vehicles like the 1987 Blazer, and it can be caused by a variety of factors, including engine misfires and poor fuel quality.
- Rough Idle: Some 1987 Blazer owners have reported a rough idle, which can be caused by a variety of factors, including faulty spark plugs, clogged fuel injectors, or issues with the air intake system.
- Overheating: Overheating is a common issue in the 1987 Blazer, and it can be caused by a variety of factors, including a faulty thermostat, low coolant levels, or a malfunctioning cooling system.
These are just a few of the most common problems reported by 1987 Chevrolet Blazer owners. If you're experiencing any of these issues, it's essential to have your vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic to diagnose and repair the problem.
What is the most common problem on a Chevy Blazer?
Here are the most commonly reported Chevrolet Blazer problems:
- “Shift to Park” Error Message On Display. ...
- Fuel Pump Failure. ...
- Faulty Distributor. ...
- Fuel Gauge Doesn't Show Accurate Readings. ...
- Cooling System Issues. ...
- Transmission Failure. ...
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) System Control Module Failure. ...
- Gas Cap Issues.
Is the Chevrolet Blazer a reliable car?
Consumer Reports has dropped its “recommended” rating from the Chevy Blazer crossover and five other vehicle models based on its 2023 Auto Survey results, which indicate the Blazer is currently offering owners below-average reliability.
What is the best year for the Chevy Blazer?
The Top 5 Chevrolet Blazers In History
- 1973 Chevrolet K5 Blazer: Dynamic and Defined.
- 1985 Chevrolet K5 Blazer: An Old-School Classic.
- 1994 Chevrolet Blazer: The Last Blazing Giant.
- 2001 Chevrolet Blazer: The Ultimate Road-Going Hauler.
- 2005 Chevrolet Blazer: Easygoing and Practical.
How long do Chevy Blazer engines last?
According to Motor and Wheels, well-taken care of Chevy Blazers can be expected to last 200,000 miles. For many drivers, that's nearly 20 years of use! If you average 15,000 miles per year, you can expect the Chevy Blazer to serve you for 13 years or more before the vehicle requires major repairs.
What is the most common problem on a Chevy Blazer?
Here are the most commonly reported Chevrolet Blazer problems:
- “Shift to Park” Error Message On Display. ...
- Fuel Pump Failure. ...
- Faulty Distributor. ...
- Fuel Gauge Doesn't Show Accurate Readings. ...
- Cooling System Issues. ...
- Transmission Failure. ...
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) System Control Module Failure. ...
- Gas Cap Issues.
Are old Chevy Blazers reliable?
According to J.D. Power, the Chevrolet Blazer has a quality and reliability rating of 86 out of 100, meaning that it offers great short to long-term reliability. Whether you're worried about mechanical issues or tech malfunctions, the Chevy Blazer isn't prone to either, making it a great alternative in the used market.
What is the best year for the Chevy Blazer?
The Top 5 Chevrolet Blazers In History
- 1973 Chevrolet K5 Blazer: Dynamic and Defined.
- 1985 Chevrolet K5 Blazer: An Old-School Classic.
- 1994 Chevrolet Blazer: The Last Blazing Giant.
- 2001 Chevrolet Blazer: The Ultimate Road-Going Hauler.
- 2005 Chevrolet Blazer: Easygoing and Practical.
Are 1985 Chevy Blazers reliable?
However, some '85 Chevy Blazer owners report problems with the four-wheel drive, transmission, and other mechanical problems and said replacement parts were expensive.
1987 Chevrolet Blazer car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Blazer problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Steering problems
- Power train problems
- Seat belts problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1987 Chevrolet Blazer vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
The NHTSA has received 34 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-18
- VIN: 1GNEV18K1HF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 6/5/05: EBAY AUCTION OF ITEM #4554445898 ENDED. THIS WAS A 1987 CHEVROLET K-5 BLAZER THAT WAS BEING AUCTIONED ON KERRY VOKES EBAY ACCOUNT. THE PURCHASE PRICE THAT I PAID FOR THIS VEHICLE WAS $1400. THIS VEHICLE WAS ADVERTISED ON EBAY BY KERRY VOKES AS A VEHICLE FOR SALE FROM JEFFREY'S AUTO SALES DEALERSHIP. 6/8/05: $410 FOR PLANE TICKETS FROM MINNESOTA TO MASSACHUSETTS. 6/18/05:$50 FOR A HOTEL ROOM DUE TO THE VEHICLE NOT BEING ABLE TO BE DRIVEN. THE SELLING PARTY WOULD NOT RETURN MY CALLS AND COULD NOT BE REACHED. 7/5/05:EBAY DISPUTE ABOUT AN ITEM THAT IS SIGNIFICANTLY NOT AS DESCRIBED. THE ODOMETER FOR ONE THING HAD TO EITHER BE SWITCHED OR THE SELLER FALSIFIED THE INFORMATION ON THE ADVERTISEMENT AND THE TITLE. THE TITLE AND THE ADVERTISEMENT ON EBAY CLAIMED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD 120,399 MILES ON THE ODOMETER AND THAT 120,399 IS THE ACTUAL MILEAGE OF THE VEHICLE. I CONTACTED A CHEVY DEALERSHIP, ASKED WHAT '87 K-5 BLAZER ODOMETERS WENT TO BEFORE TURNING BACK OVER TO ZERO; THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE ODOMETERS ORIGINALLY WERE MANUFACTURED TO GO TO 999,999 AND TURN OVER TO ZERO. THE REP. THAT IS ADVERTISING THIS VEHICLE FOR JEFFREY'S AUTO SALES DEALERSHIP ON EBAY DID NOT DISCLOSE THAT THE ODOMETER WAS NOT CORRECT TO THE ACTUAL MILEAGE OF THE VEHICLE OR THAT THE ODOMETER HAD BEEN SWITCHED OR ALTERED. I PICKED THE VEHICLE UP ON 6/17/05 THE FIRST NUMBER IN THE ODOMETERS READING WAS A '2', IF THE ODOMETER HAD NOT BEEN TAMPERED WITH OR FALSIFIED ON THE ADVERTISEMENT AND THE TITLE. THE REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DEALERSHIP IS CLAIMING THAT THE ODOMETER TURNS OVER BACK TO ZERO AT 99,999 MILES. THE TRANSMISSION IS WHY THE VEHICLE IS OUT OF SERVICE. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT EVEN SHIFT ANYMORE AND IS BROKE DOWN IN PERRYSBURG, OHIO. THE DEALER HAD REFUSED REPAIRS AND THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN OUT OF SERVICE FOR WELL OVER 20 DAYS, SINCE I CALLED AND TOLD THE EMPLOYEE OF JEFFREY'S AUTO SALES DEALERSHIP THAT ANSWERED THE PHONE ON 6/18/05. THE STEERING WHEEL WAS EXTREMELY LOOSE AND WAS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. *NM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-29
- VIN: 1GNEV18KXHF
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 1987 K5 CHEVROLET BLAZER 5.7L EFI (VIN K) POTENTIAL IGNITION SOURCE IN THE FUEL TANK - THE GROUND PATH FOR THE EELS. FUEL PUMP AND LEVEL GAUGE IS PARTIALLY COMPLETED BY USING ONE OF THE METAL PICK-UP TUBES, WHICH IS CRIMPED/FASTENED INTO A METAL COVER THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK. THE GROUND IS THEN TRANSFERRED TO THE CHASSIS BY WAY OF A TAB AND WIRE AFFIXED TO THE COVER ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE TANK. THE PROBLEM IS THAT (IN MY SITUATION) THE TUBE THAT PROVIDES THE GROUND PATH CAME LOOSE AND WAS MAKING INTERMITTENT CONTACT WITH THE CRIMP LOCATION IN THE COVER, CAUSING THE FUEL PUMP AND GAUGE TO INTERMITTENTLY CUT-OUT, AND I WOULD HAVE TO ASSUME A SPARK WAS GENERATED AT EACH MAKE AND/OR BREAK OF THE GROUND CONNECTION. BECAUSE THIS TUBE PASSES THROUGH THE TANK COVER, IT IS VERY POSSIBLE THE SPARK WAS OCCURRING ON THE INSIDE OF THE FUEL TANK. THE TUBE USED FOR THE GROUND PATH, HAPPENS TO BE ONE OF THE THINNEST, LONGEST TUBES, AND IS ALSO MOST PRONE TO BECOMING DAMAGED IN THIS FASHION. I HAD NO FIRE AS A RESULT, BUT WHEN I DISCOVERED THE CAUSE OF MY FUEL PUMP PROBLEM, I WAS ALARMED AT THE POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE/EXPLOSION.*JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-20
- VIN: 1GNEV1HKXHF
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: CONSUMER ISABLE TO PULL THE SEAT BELT FOR MORE ROOM DUE TO SEAT BELT SLOT BEING RUSTED. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS. *AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-27
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1GNEV18K6HF
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE SEPARATED AND WRAPPED AROUND THE FRONT AXLE OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. MR THE PASSENGER IN THE VEHICLE WAS INJURED. *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: PE00020, TIRE TREAD SEPARATION: BECAUSE BLAZER BEGAN TO DRIVE DIFFERENTLY OWNER WENT TO A TIRE SHOP. FOUND OUT THAT BELTS WERE IN THE PROCESS OF SEPARATING FROM TIRE. FIRESTONE, ATX, P20575R15. NOT ORIGINAL TIRE EQUIPMENT. PLEASE PROVIDE TIRE MILEAGE, DOT # AND DATE OF INCIDENT.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNEV18K5HF
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: GOES WILD, OUT OF CONTROL WHEN BRAKING. THIS HAS BEEN LIKE THIS SINCE BOUGHT ( USED).
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNEV18K5HF
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: EVER SINCE BOUGHT IN 1993 THE TOP PART OF THE CAB, THE PAINT HAS BEEN WEARING OFF!!!
STEERING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE STEERING COLUMN IS LOOSE. THIS CAUSES THE SHIFT LEVER TO MALFUNCTION AND POP OUT OF PARK AND ROLL. VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-04-01
- VIN: 1GNCT18R5H8
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: SEAT RAIL BRACKETS AND BOLTS BULLED LOOSE FROM THE FLOORBOARD LEAVING LARGE HOLES IN THE FLOORBOARD, HAD TO WELD TO USE VEHICLE....BOLTS IN SEAT BACK BRACKET BROKE OFF THREE TIEMS, CAUSING SEAT TO RECLINE WHILE DRIVING. ALSO SEAT FRAME BROKE ON LEFT SIDE OF SEAT.....SEAT BELT LATCH SPRING CAME OUT CAUSING LATCH TO FAIL. CURRENT MILAGE 222,721
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VISIBILITY,SEAT BELTS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-09-29
- VIN: 1GNCT18R6H8
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VISIBILITY,SEAT BELTS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: SEATS: SHOULDER RESTRAINT DOES NOT RETRACT. SEATS DO NOT STAY IN LOCKED UPRIGHT POSITION, CAN BE FLUNG FORWARD WITH USING LOCK/UNLOCK MECHANISM. CRUISE CONTROL: DOES NOT ENGAGE - REPLACED SERVOR AND LEVER ARM TO FIX PROBLEM. FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM: TRUCK RUNS ROUGH, REPLACED ALTERNATOR, FIXED TIMING (PROBLEM STILL EXISTS). POWER WINDOW/DOOR: WHILE CLOSED AND DRIVING MORE THAN 20MPH, WIND NOISE COMING FROM DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW . ADDITIONAL: AFTER DRIVING FOR SEVERAL HOURS - "CHECK GAGES" LIGHT COMES MOMENTARILY (NO OTHER GAGES INDICATE UNACCEPTABLE READINGS- ONLY COMES ON WHEN COMING TO STOP/PARK - REPLACED ALTERNATOR - PROBLEM STILL EXISTS). POSSIBLE OIL PUMP DEFECT.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNCS13W8V2
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: LOOSE PULLY CAUSED FAN BELT TO FAIL. NLM
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-18
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: LEFT REAR WHEEL FELL OFF OF VEHICLE RESULTING IN VEHICLE DAMAGE.(OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT).
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-09-27
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, HIT ON DRIVER'S SIDE BEHIND THE DOOR WHERE THE GAS TANK IS LOCATED, AND TRUCK CAUGHT ON FIRE AND BURNED TOTALLY.*AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-06-15
- VIN: 1GNCT18R2H8
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: VEHICLE'S POWER STEERING PUMP BRACKET BROKE IN HALF AND LOSS OF STEERING OCCURRED WITH NO WARNING.THE BELT FLEW OFF, CAUSING OTHER SERIOUS DAMAGE. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: STEERING BRACKET BOLT ATTACHED TO BOX W/SERPENTINE BELT SHEARS. THIS FAILURE HAS REOCCURED TWICE SINCE REPAIRES.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-04-17
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: SERPENTINE BELT FLIPS OFF AND/OR BREAKS CONSTANTLY, CAUSING THE POWER STEERING TO FAIL.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-29
- Crash: 1
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: LEFT REAR WHEEL CAME OFF CAR, CAUSING ACCIDENT. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT) *DSH
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE OWNER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND HAD HIS SEAT BELT ON, BUT DURING THE ACCIDENT, BOLT CAME RIGHT OUT OF THE FLOOR THROWING PASSENGER RIGHT OUT THE TRUCK. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNCT18R1H0
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: BOLT THAT HOLDS ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN CAME LOOSE. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GNCT18R1H0
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: BOLT THAT HOLDS ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN CAME LOOSE. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-28
- VIN: 1GNEV18K5HF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: ALLEGED REAR AXLE FAILURE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION PE88-047. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-28
- VIN: 1GNEV18K5HF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: ALLEGED REAR AXLE FAILURE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION PE88-047. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-02-26
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNCT18R1H0
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, CAUSING ACCIDENT. (NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE REPORT)*SD
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-01-29
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THE TILT STEERING WHEEL IS VERY LOOSE AND WILL NOT STAY STEADY AND IS CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-07-01
- VIN: 1GNCT18R1H8
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SEAT BELT LATCH FAILED. *SD
1987 Chevrolet Blazer recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
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