Q: Getting slight electric shocks from the rocker panel and door panel on a '97 Corolla

asked by on April 15, 2016

97 Corolla with a 4AFE. I often get a slight electric shock from the rocker panel and the door panel after a long drive. I think it has a failed ground. Any prime suspects? The car has a slight front axle on the left side.

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