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engine performance,heating and air,electrical,brakes

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i have 31 years experience,domestic cars and asian mainly domestic-ase certified
   

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'88 Bronco II w/ 2.9 sputtering10/14/2008
  Q: My '88 Bronco II is sputtering while driving and at start up. It has a 2.9 v-6 fuel injected V-6. I ...
  A: filter is on frame-pull your fuel pump fuse or unplug fuel pump relay and spin engine over and that ...
'99 Ford Escort10/14/2008
  Q: I have a '99 Ford Escort 4Door with about 85,000 miles on it. We've tried to keep up with maintennce ...
  A: they are talking about an engine bearing which would require either crank kit replacement or engine ...
parking brake10/13/2008
  Q: My parking brake is frozen and I would like to know how to release it.This is a Ford Expedition 98 ...
  A: i'm not sure it is your park brake if your pads are smoking-your park brake uses shoes inside your ...
88 ford ranger10/13/2008
  Q: i have a feul problem.i found a broken wire at the relay and now when you turn the key on the pump ...
  A: google alldata for around 30 dollars you can get a subscription for a year for your truck it will ...
1995 Ford Escort Overheating10/12/2008
  Q: My 1995 Ford Escort overheats when driven in the city, but when on the freeway, it doesn't seem to ...
  A: when you say drive in the city is it stop and go-and a lot of idling if so you may have a cooling ...
1994 Ford Tempo GL10/11/2008
  Q: this is an auto transmission car we have been driving sporadically for three years...mostly it sits ...
  A: is sounds like the bearing or more than likely the axle assembly-make a sharp turn in a parking lot ...
brakes10/10/2008
  Q: I have a 1998 4 cylinder Ford Contour with 120,000 miles. I have had the brake pads on the front ...
  A: first check for contaminated brake fluid-if wrong fluid gets added or mixed with brake fluid it will ...
malfunctioning gauges10/10/2008
  Q: i have a 1997 Ford Explorer Sport 4 X 4 with the odometer and speedometer intermittently working. ...
  A: odometer and speedometer could be a speed sensor- coolant temp could be guage or connection you are ...
2001 Ford Escape10/9/2008
  Q: My Escape has appx 104,000 miles on it. It occasionally won't idle when it starts. I have to keep ...
  A: vacuum leak cold possibly and it may seal after running a few seconds if it is this as cooler ...
88 ford ranger10/8/2008
  Q: I HAVE A 88 RANGER 2.3L AND THE IDEAL JUMPS UP AND DOWN WHEN IT WARMS UP.COULD IT BE THE THROTTLE ...
  A: find your breather-follow the tube to the engine on where the tube connects to the engine is your ...
Transmission lines removal10/8/2008
  Q: I have a 1993 ford taurus 3.8L V6 automatic GL. I need to replace my radiator but am having one ...
  A: there is a special tool but if you can get a box wrench on it you can do it that way just spray wd40 ...
Ranger electric odometer10/7/2008
  Q: 1995 Ford Ranger, 2.3, 5-speed manual. I have an all electric speedometer/odometer. The ...
  A: i doubt that there is a seperate fuse and i know the odometer is in speedo head which should be ...
Parking lights/panel lights/brake lights10/7/2008
  Q: I own a '93 2.3 l Ranger and when I turn the head lights on I lose the panel and parking lights. I ...
  A: you are correct who knows-take this to a reputable garage and let them check it-you'll probably save ...
Can a GEM be repaired?10/6/2008
  Q: I have a F350 2000 7.3 the power window have stopped working. From what I have read the GEM module ...
  A: i haven't never tried but i do find it rare to have a gem module problem on windows-check your motor ...
Printed circuit panels10/6/2008
  Q: I am trying to find someone that has reproduction printed circuit panels for the instrument cluster ...
  A: our local radio shack has a guy in it that repairs all kinds of things-we have carried clusters in ...
NO Heat10/5/2008
  Q: Vehicle is:'92 Ford F-150 w/AC w/ 183,000 on it.. I have repalced Stat on it ..Heater hoses are hot ...
  A: it is a blend door actuator or the blend door itself-the actuator is a small black or white plastic ...
98 taurus battery/electrical problem10/4/2008
  Q: I have a 98 Taurus SE 6cyl, 3.0 liter. I'm not gettign any power from the battery to the car. New ...
  A: definitely because ignition switch is powered from battery then it distributes main supply voltage ...
Electrical - Mirrors10/4/2008
  Q: Not sure if you deal with this area or not, but shall ask. I have a 2000 Explorer - SLT..., which is ...
  A: Terry Being as you live around all that salt air mirrors may be a common problem-here in ...
'98 Ford Explorer 4x4 4.010/3/2008
  Q: My truck ran out of gas, i put 3 gals in it and it fired right up, i brought it home, next day i ...
  A: need to check and see if pump is running 2-3 seconds when you turn key on or can hear it run while ...
Ford Escort - Engine Blown?10/2/2008
  Q: My 99 Ford Escort started shuddering a few days ago. I brought the car in and at first was told I ...
  A: if one cylinder lost compression there is a good chance you dropped a valve seat out of the head or ...
1996 crown vic10/2/2008
  Q: 1996 crown vic when i turn on head lights my dash lights blink on an off also horn blows. My ...
  A: this would be a hands on repair i would check for a short under column look for rubbed or pinched ...
engine won't start; electrical10/2/2008
  Q: i'm stumped. i installed the engine in my truck and after i got everything hooked up and when i ...
  A: if you get a click then electrical power dies you have a loos connection in power or grounds. be ...
1995 ford explorer parking brake9/30/2008
  Q: how do i adjust the tension on the parking brake. it has 4 wheel disc brakes.
  A: pull the rear rotor off of truck-you will find park brake shoes inside center of rotor-really it is ...
Ford Bronco II9/30/2008
  Q: I just did an engine swap on my 87 b2 and now if i start it cold it will run fine, until it warms up ...
  A: make sure timing is set correctly-10 degrees before top dead center and that is with timing ...
Help Please9/30/2008
  Q: I have a 2002 Ford Windstar minivan. The brakelights, tailights, backup lights, blinkers, dome ...
  A: you also have electronic modules that can cause this but can't be checked in your yard you have to ...
98 mercury sable9/30/2008
  Q: i have a 98 mercury sable 3.0 automatic 6 cyl. sedan,with 64,000 miles on it ,,,,i cannot get any ...
  A: is your coolant brown these year models had a problem of coolant getting dirty not because of lack ...
FORD GRANADA 19779/29/2008
  Q: I have a 1977 Ford Granada. It has a inline 6 250 eng. with a single barrel carb. I have replaced ...
  A: shawn these vehicles were famous for a cold hesitation/surge but got better after warmed ...
Brake Fluid9/29/2008
  Q: I'm an electrical engineer by profession and worked on cars a long time ago while paying my way ...
  A: your asking the wrong person ask somebody from ford-i do know master cylinders-wheel cylinders-and ...
1994 FORD RANGER, HORN RELAY9/28/2008
  Q: I, need to know the location of horn relay and how many wires go to it, thank you.
  A: the horn relay is located under dash between steering column and radio area it is mounted on a ...
87' mustang 5.09/28/2008
  Q: 0, 5 speed-original motor with 100K,stock. The starter in my car won't turn at all, like its getting ...
  A: if your starter has one wire at it then it uses the engine block as a ground-if you have 11.85 volts ...
1970 ford ltd 390 2 barrel carb9/28/2008
  Q: surges at ilde ,have replaced plugs wires cleaned carb replaced leaking diafram.
  A: without have it hear i would say first check for vacuum leaks especially around intake manifold by ...
93 ford ranger miss9/27/2008
  Q: 93 ranger 4.0 started missing out of the blue. The engine will sometimes run smooth then will start ...
  A: i would think voltage is jumping because of rpm change in skipping engine if not check battery cable ...
windstar 2002 3.8 ltr9/27/2008
  Q: Good afternoon. My question is regarding automatic shift position. When in drive PRND display ...
  A: if you can put it in gears it just reads wrong you adjust that under dash-pull lower cover from ...
rear brake line9/27/2008
  Q: how do i replace the rear brake line on the drivers side
  A: chuck I don't know what you are working on but if you don't have a good quality line wrench you ...
87' mustang 5.09/26/2008
  Q: 0, 5 speed-original motor with 100K,stock. The starter in my car won't turn at all, like its getting ...
  A: if you have a 12 volt test light you can us it instead of the volt meter for checking presence of ...
87' mustang 5.09/25/2008
  Q: 0, 5 speed-original motor with 100K,stock. The starter in my car won't turn at all, like its getting ...
  A: will the engine turn over if you put a pull handle and socket on crank bolt and try to turn it? may ...
1987 FORD RANGER9/25/2008
  Q: I REPLACED THE ENTIRE FUEL PUMP. MY TRUCK STILL SKIPS AND STUTTERS. IT SEEMS WHEN IT GETS WARMED UP ...
  A: why are you fixed on the fuel pump have you tested and actually found you have low or high fuel ...
power windows9/25/2008
  Q: i have a 95 explorer xlt and the power windows are working intermiantly. when they dont work the 4wd ...
  A: is your mechanic actually diagnosing or just guessing i'm not being funny i'm serious intermittent ...
carb leak9/24/2008
  Q: Mark, '69 Mustang 351 carb has a 4mm hole in the top front; a spring loaded cover comes down on it ...
  A: that should be a hot idle compensator valve what it does is during extended idle on hot days gas ...
E1509/24/2008
  Q: I have a 1989 e150 with a 302. It runs good cold, but the check engine light flashes. Once it warms ...
  A: 12 and 13 are idle control codes meaning ecm can't control idle at low or high limits 41 and 42 are ...
brakes9/23/2008
  Q: I have a 95 ford e-150 van 5.8v-8 auto the othe day the brakes went out I replace the master ...
  A: brake booster wouldn't make pedal go to floor it would make pedal hard anything hydraulic would ...
1999 Ford Expedition Wiper Problems9/23/2008
  Q: My windshield wipers and sprayer work fine when the key is turned to the run position but when the ...
  A: i don't believe in trying parts i would rather test to see what is wrong there is several parts to ...
cruise control9/23/2008
  Q: I have a1993 ford escort gt. The cruise does not work. I have been told that there is switch behind ...
  A: your cruise control switch is in the column but before you start guessing what is wrong and wasting ...
Ford Explorer 2002 trouble shooting code P14009/22/2008
  Q: i recently purchased this used vehicle (2002 Ford Explorer) the guy had a zapper to shut the Service ...
  A: your sensor is probably bad especially if it is aluminum they have been replaced with plastic ...
1988 ford ranger 2.9L 6 CYL9/22/2008
  Q: INJECTORS NOT OPENING, GETTING FUEL TO THEM BUT THEY WONT OPEN, TRUCK WILL START WITH ETHER, IT WILL ...
  A: can you please tell me why people waste so much money throwing parts at a problem instead of having ...
ABS Light9/22/2008
  Q: my ABS light stays on all the time i disconnected the rear sensor and it still come on, also i get ...
  A: first have it scanned and see what codes you have-you did not say what kind of vehicle-unplugging a ...
ford explorer factory alarm9/22/2008
  Q: My neighbor has a 97 or 98 Ford Explorer and has lost her alarm remote, and cannot disable the thing ...
  A: noel the only way would to be go under the dash and find the alarm modules and try to disable ...
1999 Escort loses electrical power9/21/2008
  Q: While driving the car the radio and lights go dead and the speedometer drops to zero and the engine ...
  A: could be something getting hot and losing contact-start by checking battery cables to be clean and ...
1994 ford mustang oil change9/21/2008
  Q: "I have bought a 1994 GT Mustang 97000 miles. I am changing the oil and when I took out the oil ...
  A: was the oil dark-take a light and look up in the oil drain hole and see if there is sludge in it i ...
1998 ford ranger9/21/2008
  Q: my ranger has 165000 miles its started not wanting to run good at high speeds . it does ok to bout ...
  A: could be restrictec fuel filter-catalytic convertor-worn engine especially if running smooth while ...
1990 Ford Tempo Gages9/20/2008
  Q: Both the fuel quantity and Engine Temp gages on my 1990 Ford Tempo are defective. The Fuel gage ...
  A: the only thing i see common between the two is fuse number 18 they did have some problems with ...
Blinker Loud Noise/No Light9/20/2008
  Q: Instead of illuminating either the front or rear Left side lights, my left turn signal makes a loud, ...
  A: i shouldn't answer at all my profile says tell me year/make/model i take it it's a ford since your ...
Pulsu and Glide Drving Technique to Transmission9/19/2008
  Q: Vehicle: 2005 Ford Focus ZX4 SE, Engine: 2.0 L, 4 Cylinders, 4 Gears Automatic Transmission, 43,000 ...
  A: i can't really answer as to the possibility of trans damage but coasting in neutral is not a safe ...
4.6 triton overheating9/18/2008
  Q: My 1997 f-150 61,000 mile 4.6l triton seems to have a cooling problem.In the cool mornings I start ...
  A: i definitley believe you have a head gasket problem-if the mileage is correct and you have rusty ...
won't idle after carb change9/18/2008
  Q: My son has a one ton Ford truck which he and his dad rebuilt 2 years ago. The engine is new and I ...
  A: sounds like it might be running to lean or rich-please follow up with following questions and i will ...
1998 ford contour9/16/2008
  Q: I have a chirping sound that seems to be coming from the water pump. The water pump pulley seems to ...
  A: only use factory-gates or dayco belts-check all pulleys make sure they turn freely and quit and ...
battery cables9/16/2008
  Q: i need to replace my battery cables because of bad corrosion, but i cant find a diagram anywhere of ...
  A: one i have no earthly idea what you are working on-second if you get factory cables you will be alot ...
gain horsepower?9/15/2008
  Q: how could i make my 04 ford focus 2.0 gain horsepower with out buying after market things?
  A: first of all there is not much way that don't get expensive i'm not much for aftermarket things-i ...
Engine not getting fuel9/14/2008
  Q: My 1994 Ford Ranger has been giving me intermitant failures, over the past year. Where I've come ...
  A: ok normal operation of the pump is- when you turn key on pump comes on to pressurize system when ...
1985 mercury cougar9/14/2008
  Q: My car will not start by the ignition, but will start with the solenoid. I have replaced the ...
  A: look for an orange fusible link wire coming off of the solenoid tug on it if it stretches it is ...
wipers9/14/2008
  Q: my cougar 2002 intermittant wipers don't work on intermittant. Is this a motor problem? Can it be ...
  A: yes it could be a central timer module-a switch or wiring problem but probably not a motor. this ...
Dash vents9/13/2008
  Q: I have a 97 Ford Explorer that loses all AC out of the dash vents when you go up a moderate incline. ...
  A: vacuum leak in engine compartment or under dash usually in engine compartment look for loose or ...
Vehicle will not start nor will the OBD comp diag work.9/13/2008
  Q: I have a 1997 ford F 150 small cab 2wd. It's a six cylinder with approx. 70,000 miles. I parked ...
  A: check fusible links under plastic cover rear of engine on passenger side-make sure battery cables ...
temperature gauge9/13/2008
  Q: does the temperature gauge on a 1989 ford mustang 2.3 engine have to be grounded to work, If so ...
  A: temp guage itself is grounded through the cluster ground the sending unit on block is one wire not ...
1993 escort and smog check9/11/2008
  Q: did not passcal. smog due to leaking fuel evap-- what is a fuel evaporative conrol?
  A: basically fuel evap control is the control of fuel vapors-years ago excess gas fumes went to a ...
95 ford taurus9/10/2008
  Q: have a 95 ford taurus gl 3.0 wagon replaced the fuel pump, flter, have fire but there is no fuel ...
  A: while you had fuel pump out did you have power and ground to the pump-you need to determine this ...
2003 windstar no start or crank9/10/2008
  Q: I own a 2003 windstar and had no real trouble until today. I started this van and it ran for about 3 ...
  A: yes a pcm can cause a no start-or antitheft system-if you have access to a scan tool it would be ...
1996 Ford E350 intermitently dies and will only start again after a rest9/10/2008
  Q: I see you have experience with this problem with another E350. Engine dies occasionally while ...
  A: there are a whole lot of things that can cause this-first make sure your smaller black wire coming ...
2002 Ford Explorer no start, batt gage and service engine soon lights with K.O.E.O.9/9/2008
  Q: 2002 ford explorer. vehicle has had hard starts since ownership, but service technicians can never ...
  A: a pcm is always a possibility keep that in mind because if it is bad you may not get any indication ...
thunderbird9/8/2008
  Q: would you happen to know how to get a ignition switch out of a 1993 thunderbird
  A: the ignition switch (not key and lock cylinder) is removed by removing the upper shroud around ...
starting9/7/2008
  Q: 2000 mustang 6 cy. twice in the last 2 month it would not start. turns over great , once and a wile ...
  A: try holding accelerator 1/2 way down if it starts could be sticking idle motor other wise there is ...
96 explorer9/7/2008
  Q: rear passager door stopped opening from outside i hit the child safty switch try to correct the ...
  A: i hate that doors that won't open at all give me fits-first if the window will roll down-if it has a ...
Engine oil in Trottle Body9/7/2008
  Q: On a 96 Bronco 5.0. What would cause engine to come up into the trottle body? It runs and idles ...
  A: first it is normal for some oil residue to get in throttle bore that is why it should be cleaned ...
1999 expedition eddie baur9/6/2008
  Q: I am noticing a light but easily heard ticking from the engine, mostly when first started
  A: which engine ohc or ohv-is your oil clean could be lifter noise-or exhaust could leak worse cold if ...
1993 Escort Evaporator replacement9/6/2008
  Q: I removed the evaporator/blower housing from my 1993 Escort. What is the best way to open this unit ...
  A: you have to cut it i use a soldering iron with cutting tip-while evap is out i drill some holes and ...
starter relay9/6/2008
  Q: i just put a new starter relay in again. now when i crank the motor over it keeps on cranking even ...
  A: if you are having starter relay sticking the main thing that causes this is points inside relay ...
oil pan gasket9/6/2008
  Q: how do I change oil pan gasket on 96 ford taurus?
  A: i don't mind helping but this is to much to ask someone to type-go to a local garage that has ...
95 ford taurus9/5/2008
  Q: mark we replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel pressure valve, engine spins over but with not run ...
  A: you didn't give me much to go on are you sure it is fuel and not spark you don't have or both if ...
overheating9/5/2008
  Q: my car had no water in it so i filled it and continued to drive.while driving for 20 minutes my ...
  A: this car doesn't have that sensor and that's not really how it works anyway-you probably have blown ...
2000 Expedition Eddie Bauer9/5/2008
  Q: I have an 00 Expedition 5.4 L. It is reading that all 4 o2 sensors heater circuits are bad, also ...
  A: me neither-check for shorted wire/wires around transmission and exhaust especiall around ...
Brakes9/4/2008
  Q: I have a 2002 Mustang that I changed the brakes on and the calipers stuck after reinstalling, I ...
  A: you probably have contamited brake fluid if-they go on fine but after you start driving they start ...
1984 ford econoline air/smog pump9/4/2008
  Q: Air/ smog pump. what is it, where does it go, and what does it do? I recently moved from utah to ...
  A: the air/smog pump mounts on the front of the engine runs off of a belt-basically at times pumps ...
2003 ford ranger xlt 3.0 window9/4/2008
  Q: I recently bought this vehicle from my uncle and he told me that the passenger side window is not ...
  A: if one side is working it is not the fuse-so since you didn't mention drivers side i take it that ...
My 1997 f 150 4x49/4/2008
  Q: I just started to have trouble with my interior light. after opening the door the light would go on ...
  A: did it start this after a rain or washing the truck-first take some wd40 and spray liberally in door ...
Need help9/3/2008
  Q: My 2000 ford focus motor mount and dome mount broke already replaced but my car doesnt want to stay ...
  A: if your exhaust is red hot it is either running extremely rich or lean i don't know about the ...
1990 ford taurus sho9/3/2008
  Q: i have a 1990 ford taurus v6 3.0 manual transmission i love this car it is my baby when its running ...
  A: this is something i couldn't even try to answer without seeing the car if you have a code for ground ...
intermittent engine problem9/3/2008
  Q: Mark, I have a 1992 Ford F-150 with an inline 6 fuel injected engine. The vehicle has 180,000 miles ...
  A: can be alot of things but i would check small ground coming off negative battery cable first-look ...
2003 Ford Taurus9/2/2008
  Q: My Ford Taurus has been parked for a week and now the rear passenger wheel won't move. The parking ...
  A: no switch sorry-only park brake-work park brake several times it may be binding in cable on that ...
2000 Ford Escort - excessive gas consumption9/2/2008
  Q: Ford Escort (40,000 mi) has excessive gas consumption (~10 mpg), but seems to run fine otherwise. ...
  A: hard to believe 10 mpg-because you didn't mention any black smoke and at that mileage you should ...
Fitting replacement Ford Explorer cruise control switch9/2/2008
  Q: My question is how do I fit the replacement cruise control switch on my 1997 Explorer XLT Manual ...
  A: if it is the one on the steering wheel there should be two or four screws behind the steering wheel ...
2003 Ford Ranger Dash Vents9/2/2008
  Q: I have a 2003 Ford Ranger and my dash vents have stopped working. The AC comes out of the defrost ...
  A: look for a vacuum hose coming into the truck from the engine compartment usually on passenger side ...
Does this sound like a computer problem to you?9/2/2008
  Q: Ok, so our 1998 Windstar has been running ok and has about 130k+ miles on it. We've replaced the ...
  A: no it doesn't sound like a computer problem first did the battery run down while windows were being ...
1984 ford f 1509/2/2008
  Q: tfi 4 ignition module the color of my wires don't match the Chilton book or this Mitchell diagram? ...
  A: the wires i am showing i just don't know which side to start from but they are in this order either ...
Changing Spark Plugs8/30/2008
  Q: What all do I have to remove on my 2000 Ford Expidition to change out the plugs? And is there a ...
  A: your in for a treat and need to be sure you want to tackle this job-in itself it isn't that bad if ...
car thermostat8/30/2008
  Q: can my truck run without the thermostat installed? and if so, for how long?
  A: number one what kind year make model-it can but if it is 80's or newer gas mileage will plummet-fix ...
not starting8/29/2008
  Q: i have a 1995 ford f-150 300 6 cylinder, it was running fine went to start it the next day, it ...
  A: this engine is fuel injected pumping gas does nothing unless you happen to have bad tps-has check ...
cold start problem8/29/2008
  Q: When ever I start the car in the morning my idle goes up and then down like it wants to stall. ...
  A: first check for any vacuum leaks-remove mass airflow sensor from the air inlet and check the two ...
harmonic balancer on a 92 for tempo8/28/2008
  Q: i was wondering on how to change the harmonic balancer on a 92 ford tempo gl it has the 2.3L in line ...
  A: been a long time since i changed a balancer on a tempo. i am going to take for granted you have ...
Ford Escort overheating issue8/27/2008
  Q: 1995 Ford Escort, 1.9, AT, A/C overheating problem. Initial overheating was consistent and severe. ...
  A: there is really not many sensors involved in cooling system-i will probably get in trouble here but ...
2003 ford 4.2 engine8/27/2008
  Q: My 03 ford 4.2 engine turning over good ,but not cranking at times.after second or third try it will ...
  A: i would really need to know if it is getting spark at the times it is not starting and fuel pressure ...
fuel spewing from carb8/27/2008
  Q: 1977 F-250. 400 engine. Truck 'acts' like it is flooding. It turns over but will not run ...
  A: it is flooding if gas is coming from top-why was it cleaned to begin with? sunk or stuck ...
98 Ford Explorer Sport AC Question8/24/2008
  Q: 98 Ford Explorer Sport 2Dr. 4.0L 6 Cyl. ACMy AC works and works very well but it will cycle off and ...
  A: it shouldn't be a vacuum problem-next time it quits, with engine still running and ac switch still ...
Windshield fluid front and rear in 2000 Expedition8/24/2008
  Q: Mark, I asked the following question .... "2000 Expedition. No fluid would dispense on my front ...
  A: Brian the washers work by when you turn your switch from front to rear the signal goes through ...
1988 T-Bird8/24/2008
  Q: 1988 T-Bird, 5.0 EFI. 80.000 miles. Changed dist. cap, rotor, air filter, water pump,and oil. Added ...
  A: is it rattling? there is no reason to have added stp to oil with that low of miles did you see how ...
5.4L Coil Pack Mount Screw keeps turning8/23/2008
  Q: I have a 2002 F-150 with a 5.4L Triton Engine. I had a #8 cylinder misfire on the scan tool with a ...
  A: i have run into this before take a drill and a small bit drill a whole into the plastic and part way ...
Service Engine Soon light8/23/2008
  Q: Shop1 diagnosis "egr valve excessive flow", "wiring/hoses ok".They installed 2 new sensors ($285). ...
  A: yes clogging tube will give excessive flow code believe me-and yes the computor can be checked but ...
Service Engine Soon light8/22/2008
  Q: Shop1 diagnosis "egr valve excessive flow", "wiring/hoses ok".They installed 2 new sensors ($285). ...
  A: john thanks for the info-your egr is new so pull the vacuum hose off of the valve and connect a ...
ford repair8/21/2008
  Q: best way to replace motor mounts on '97 Taurus
  A: rear mount-remove nut from bottom usually with extension and wobble socket-top nut remove passenger ...
ford fuel relay8/20/2008
  Q: while driving the other day my 91 ford shortbed f-150 shut off.It is a 302-5.0. I noticed that the ...
  A: could be the advance relay we run into that quite frequently-but if not check the yellow wire going ...
runaway throttle8/20/2008
  Q: 95 5.8 econoline , 180,000. accelerates to full throtle for no apparent reason while driving. Very ...
  A: if it does frequently have someone scan it and see what temp reading is when this happens if ect ...
88 crown vic amp light8/20/2008
  Q: the amp/battery light in my 1988 crown vic comes on whenever the rpms get high (like pulling out ...
  A: these have been known to do this for years sometimes before they ever cause a problem-so you ...
94 ford explorer filler neck8/20/2008
  Q: i need to replace the filler neck in order to get my truck smogged. i want to go to the local pick ...
  A: take a straight and a phillips screw driver for sure-for the clamp around the hos on the neck it ...
Ford Taurus 1999 - high-pitched sound + check engine soon8/19/2008
  Q: 1999 Ford Taurus mileage: 140,000. This last time it had an intermittent very high-pitched sound ...
  A: is it a squeak-chirping type noise if it is it's probable a cam synchronizer have it scanned and see ...
clutch?8/19/2008
  Q: Hey Mark I have a question about a 91 ford escort 1.9L manual trans. I travel through the mountains ...
  A: first is your clutch master cylinder full if so then you shouldn't have a leak-if low you could have ...
Blown head gasket or frost plug problem?8/19/2008
  Q: Yesterday, my 1992 much loved FORD Aerostar starting blowing smoke out the rear... the oil pressure ...
  A: you really need to find out what fluid leakage is underneath causing the smoke-check oil light on ...
2005 Ford Taurus8/18/2008
  Q: My car is making a clicking sound intermediately when I shut off the engine
  A: probably exhaust and/or exhaust shields cooling down if intermittent. what area of the car is it ...
2000 Ford Windstar8/18/2008
  Q: I have a 2000 Ford Windstar. The Cruise Control System stopped working about a month ago. I ...
  A: you probably have a blown fuse possibly caused by a bad brake/cruise cut off switch screwed in the ...
Service Engine Soon light8/18/2008
  Q: Shop1 diagnosis "egr valve excessive flow", "wiring/hoses ok".They installed 2 new sensors ($285). ...
  A: john you don't say what kind of ford you have-egr valves don't give a whole lot of trouble on ...
ford bronko not starting8/18/2008
  Q: ok heres the thing my truck wont star. first i changed the coil sparkplugs and the relay switch now ...
  A: number one you shouldn't arbitrarily be jumping and bypassing wires if you didn't have a problem in ...
windshield fluid dispense8/18/2008
  Q: 2000 Expedition. No fluid would dispense on my front windshield but did on the rear. I replaced the ...
  A: the washer motor for rear may be bad-switching relays wouldn't switch which window got fluid it only ...
Blown head gasket8/17/2008
  Q: Well I took it to a AAA certified mechanic and he diagnosed it as a failing head gasket. He refused ...
  A: 12-14 hours of labor should cover it-radiator aren't expensive anymore-but aren't the quality they ...
Blown head gasket8/17/2008
  Q: Well I took it to a AAA certified mechanic and he diagnosed it as a failing head gasket. He refused ...
  A: i would definitely recommend rebuilt over used-i only use jasper engines rebuilt engines in my shop ...
Alternater?8/16/2008
  Q: 2003 Ford Windstar Symptoms: Head Lights Dim Brake Lights go on Then ABS and Airbag Drains Battery, ...
  A: most definitely your electronics which include ignition and fuel system needs a minimum amount of ...
2005 ford escape electrical8/15/2008
  Q: I have a 2005 ford escape xlt. My abs light comes on usually when I am on the highway and the 4x4 ...
  A: a bad connection in the box is certainly possible- also a bad ignition switch can cause part of the ...
2005 ford escape electrical8/15/2008
  Q: I have a 2005 ford escape xlt. My abs light comes on usually when I am on the highway and the 4x4 ...
  A: i don't know if i can be of any help on this one or not-i haven't had a lot of escapes in the shop ...
1999 Ford Ranger8/14/2008
  Q: My truck was running fine until Tuesday morning when I went out to go to work. It started fine, but ...
  A: did it rain monday night and maybe plug wires or ignition system got damp will it rev up-are you ...
1995 taurus 3.8 engine8/14/2008
  Q: The radiator fan runs all the time the engine is running. I have replaced the relay control box and ...
  A: did u use a new relay control box or used/rebuilt? check connections especially bigger wires ...
98 Ford WIndstar airconditioning8/14/2008
  Q: The air conditioning in our van only blows on the windshield. It blows cold, but won't blow through ...
  A: as far as the vacuum leak you need to look around the rear of the engine near the firewall (panel ...
bad heater8/13/2008
  Q: I have a 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis LS sedan. It has 260,000 miles and has the 302 V8. The car has ...
  A: first go outside and check the coolant in the radiator while it is cold make sure it is full and not ...
2000 ford explorer eb w/70k miles8/12/2008
  Q: lately have noticed that idle increases from abt 750 to 1200 after engine warms up. also noticed ...
  A: possibly related?? check for vacuum leak can cause high idle check for restricted radiator internal ...
no power in my ford ranger8/12/2008
  Q: I broke the timing belt on my 96 Ford Ranger. I replaced the belt and lined up all the timing marks ...
  A: that is not an interference engine so no damage should have been done when belt broke-if it was ...
1997 ford f-1508/11/2008
  Q: My 1997 f-150 wants to die when slowing down and turning a corner. Whats the probable cause?
  A: if it is running good all other times probably a good throttle body and iac motor cleaning will do ...
1999 Crown Vic8/11/2008
  Q: I have a 1999 Crown Vic with 97000 miles. I have noticed when my car shifts into overdrive I have a ...
  A: you can try a service and ad a small tube of trans additive for trans shudder it comes in red tube. ...
Ford Escort - Heating Vent Problem8/10/2008
  Q: I have a 1997 Ford Escort. Past few months there has been the smell of petrol fumes through the air ...
  A: a very, very small leak can give off an odor when it is gas that evaporating-with the engine warm ...
Squeal when tires rotating8/9/2008
  Q: I recently took my Ford Windstar to the Ford dealership for them to check front and back brakes.They ...
  A: sounds like it might be one of the clips slightly touching especially if it gets worse when ...
Gears8/9/2008
  Q: how do I change gears in rear end?I have a set I bought and I wanted to install myself.
  A: this is not something i want to explain over computor-one mistake and you have ruined a set of gears ...
a/c drain cleanout8/8/2008
  Q: i have a 2004 ford expedition, i need to know how to clean out the drain, it semms to be clogged ...
  A: have someone raise it on a hoist and blow out the drain with compressed air and hopefully that will ...
Interior light in Ford Ranger XLT won't turn off8/7/2008
  Q: I have a 1993 Ford Ranger XLT supercab with 90k miles on it. Today, when I returned to my vehicle, ...
  A: your door ajar and dome light switch is made in the door latch-get a can of wd-40 open your door and ...
coolant resevior 97 Taurus8/7/2008
  Q: ..I will do my best not to confuse you..My 97 Ford Taurus has water coming out of the coolant ...
  A: your jug probably has a crack in it very common-is your coolant brown these year models had problems ...
Australian Ford Falcon Stationwagon 19888/6/2008
  Q: I have just bought a Ford Falcon Station Wagon EL 1988, currently the clock for the km located in ...
  A: i haven't heard of the 88 falcon i would like to see the picture of one to see what american carline ...
94' explorer start problems8/6/2008
  Q: i have a 94' explorer 2 wd, 4.0, automatic, with starting problems. it genarally starts in the ...
  A: if it is slow to turn over when hot but ok cold check your starter and cables-it it turns over fine ...
speedometer8/5/2008
  Q: Ford wouldn't repair it cause I went over my warranty miles. I read somewhere if you had your tires ...
  A: never heard of that sorry-you don't turn your speed sensor on and off have your cluster checked you ...
1992 Ford E-350 (5.8 engine) fuel pump electrical circuit8/4/2008
  Q: The engine cranks, but there is no fuel at the fuel rail, I do not hear the fuel pump run when the ...
  A: check with a local garage that may have alldata or mitchell and offer to pay them to print those ...
Trouble starting 96 Contour on a hill - only8/4/2008
  Q: my engine overheated due to some issue with the water pump. Thankfully, the engine was fine but ...
  A: Traci If it is getting the proper amount of fuel-and spark on time it should start-now it may ...
Harmonic balancer on 97 Ford Ranger 4.0L8/4/2008
  Q: I have removed the bolt from the harmonic balancer. Was trying to pull the balancer using a harmonic ...
  A: i think that bushing you are talking about is actually part of the balancer put the bolt back in ...
Trouble starting 96 Contour on a hill - only8/3/2008
  Q: my engine overheated due to some issue with the water pump. Thankfully, the engine was fine but ...
  A: you are correct in that you shouldn't have to push the accelerater on fuel injected cars but ...
Trouble starting 96 Contour on a hill - only8/3/2008
  Q: my engine overheated due to some issue with the water pump. Thankfully, the engine was fine but ...
  A: Traci sorry you are having trouble like this-intermittent problems can be very aggravating to ...
Valve settings8/3/2008
  Q: We have a 89 ford tempo, 2.3 engine, I would like to know how to set the valves on this car.
  A: valves are not adjustable on that vehicle just tighten them down-if you have a clicking noise then ...
Engine miss fire8/2/2008
  Q: Good evening sir, I have recently been having a problem with my 1995 Crown Victoria (base model) ...
  A: i am glad you know 100% that the used parts you bought were good-because i have my doubts about used ...
1999 E-150 Evaporator Replacement8/1/2008
  Q: Blower motor box full of water, had to replace motor, core was paper thin and trying to clear drain, ...
  A: one cores have to be thin to dissipate the for heat dissipation-they have always been thin, yes it ...
Need A/C compressor help7/31/2008
  Q: I have a 2003 Explorer XLT witht eh 4.6 and rear air. the compressor locked up and spewed oil ...
  A: you need a flush usually about 15-25 dollars per quart-remove lines to and from condenser i have a ...
Need A/C compressor help7/31/2008
  Q: I have a 2003 Explorer XLT witht eh 4.6 and rear air. the compressor locked up and spewed oil ...
  A: number one are you using a rebuilt or new compressor-i strickley use new ones now and they don't ...
Power Windows Stopped Working7/31/2008
  Q: I have 2001 Ford Taurus----The windows have all stopped working they are powered and I've checked ...
  A: i would be suspicious of the gem module but you need to get a wiring diagram to check it out-if you ...
engine change7/30/2008
  Q: will a 1989 ford bronco 302(motor new 2006) fit in a 1992 ford f150 xlt 302.with just a wire harnes ...
  A: a salvage yard should be able to answer that question for you i do replace some engine with salvage ...
99 ford expedition and ABS7/30/2008
  Q: Currently having an issue wih my '99 expedition and ABS. the vehicle has 187,000 miles and the ...
  A: yes there is a way to test the sensor but you need a volt/ohm meter to do so but first if the sensor ...
lincoln stalling7/29/2008
  Q: I hope you can help me. My lincoln (1997) town car doesn't want to go into gear when I put my foot ...
  A: yes it could have damaged it if driven very long like that-you didn't mention the miles if it is ...
Ford Escort Brake Lights7/28/2008
  Q: My 1997 Ford Escort brake lights will not turn off even when the stoplight switch is removed. What ...
  A: when you say removed are you meaning unplugged or just removed from the bracket if you unplug it and ...
ford f150 brake problem7/27/2008
  Q: my pick up was diving real bad when i hit the brakes so i changed the opposite side the caliper was ...
  A: make sure rear brakes are ok-shoes-no fluid leaks-and in adjustment and when applying brakes they ...
1998 Mercury Mountaineer Check Engine P04017/27/2008
  Q: The code says that ECM has detected too little flow on the EGR system. It says probable causes are ...
  A: no gas cleaner will remove this type of blockage it is inside throttle body and is caused by oil ...
Ford Taurus'99 - Master Cylinder/Heater Core7/26/2008
  Q: Could you tell me the average price to have these two items replaced? How many hours for each job? ...
  A: that depends on area-quality of parts and work around here ne georgia heater core would run about 6 ...
oil pressure 92 tbird 3.87/25/2008
  Q: 92 3.8l sat for 3 years. was daily driver. put motor in 95 t-bird. oil pressure did funny on ...
  A: first of all which oil sending unit did you use and if you used the the one that came with the ...
No break lights7/25/2008
  Q: 1997 f-250 HD 7.3 Turbo Diesel. 150,000 miles. Standard shift. The brake lights just stopped working ...
  A: now why didn't you say that before if fuse 13 in cabin fuse box has no power check fuse 13 in the ...
1977 Ford F-150 won't start7/25/2008
  Q: Truck died yesterday and wouldn't start. kept trying and starter hung up so I replaced ignition ...
  A: if it wouldn't start when it was spinning over pull starting is a waste of time did you replace the ...
how to replace Ignition EGR Valve7/8/2008
  Q: should i just buy the fsm book to how to replace and repair stuff on my 2001 ford expedition. check ...
  A: if you have an egr code which one insufficient flow code is most common and is usually caused by bad ...
1996 ford tarus left axle7/7/2008
  Q: looking for the information to replace the left front axle on a 1996 ford tarus
  A: raise off ground on left side-be sure and put jack stand underneath if you don't have a lift- ...
1994 F-150 King Cab - won't start when hot7/6/2008
  Q: My 1994 Ford F-150 Supercab starts good when its cold. After I drive it to work though which is ...
  A: if the engine is turning over slow sounds like a connection or starter problem-make sure cables ...
tranny7/6/2008
  Q: Have a 93 Ford Aerostar van I just recently acquired. I was told the engine is a 4.0 and I replaced ...
  A: according to your vin it is a 4.0 ohv engine-that don't mean someone hasn't changed the engine but ...
EEC blowing fuse 4.6 thunderbird7/6/2008
  Q: I was leaving a steep parking lot and when I turned left I heard a scrape and 5 seconds later car ...
  A: look around radiator and battery for black relay box should be about 4-5 inches square or ...
Ford Windstar Rocker Arms7/5/2008
  Q: I have repaired a Windstar for a friend twice in the last month for the same problem. She has a 96 ...
  A: i usually only see this with oiling problems on the fords is it sludged any if so might have to try ...
Message Center / AC7/5/2008
  Q: I drive a 1999 Ford Explorer and this morning when I started my vehicle the message center console ...
  A: first wiggle your key and see if it comes on if it does replace ignition switch if not check all ...
Aerostar Low Voltage Reading7/3/2008
  Q: I have a 1993 Ford Aerostar that recently began showing a lower then normal voltage on the dash ...
  A: disregard guage have checked with a voltmeter to verify low voltage you've already thrown an ...
96 ford contour transmission problem7/2/2008
  Q: My 96 ford contour is having some odd transmission problems. When I'm going down the road it will ...
  A: these vehicles are electronically controlled so without checking i wouldn't-has it been serviced ...
carborator7/2/2008
  Q: i have a 1986 ford f150 i have to pump the gas to start the engine. After starting and putting in ...
  A: what size engine is in this truck-most 86 models were fuel injected except for bigger engines which ...
02' escape won't idle and dies7/1/2008
  Q: I have a 02' escape v6 2 wheel drive 118,000 miles+. When u start it it will turn over but unless u ...
  A: locate it on the throttle body/bore remove it and clean it with throttle bore cleaner you will see ...
ac switch 1999 ford e350 van7/1/2008
  Q: How do I remove the dashboard in order to replace a high/low switch for heating, ac?
  A: there should be a plastic panel going around the switch and radio etc. that panel should pop off pay ...
trailer light troubleshooting6/30/2008
  Q: I have a 97 explorer 4.0 SOHC. for some reason my lights to my trailer aren't working. I know its ...
  A: do the lights on the vehicle work-if they do then it is probably to do with the wiring-loose grounds ...
P0430 CEL Error Code6/30/2008
  Q: I have a 2007 V6 mustang with 11,000 miles. I changed the stock headers about a month ago and ...
  A: i don't get into much racing changes so did you remove catalytic convertors or oxygen sensors what ...
fan not working.6/29/2008
  Q: ok so I have a 98 ford contour se 4cyl ztec. my radiator electric fan dont kick on automaticly ...
  A: their is a bulletin not a recall concerning temp guages reading wrong on some of these vehicles so ...
a/compressor6/29/2008
  Q: I own a 2003 Ford Explorer with dual a/c (front and back). I took it to a shop today because it is ...
  A: if it is a compressor which is very well possible-i figure you would need a compressor (i only use ...
1997 ford t-bird6/29/2008
  Q: I changed the thermostat but tighten the bolts to much so the housing cracked my question is if I ...
  A: that would be the smart thing to do because the housing is a lot less expensive than the ...
2002 ford focus6/28/2008
  Q: I thought my battery was going bad, had a jump start. car was really sputtering with the accelator ...
  A: if it is making a loud noise it means you blew up your engine what size engine do you have it it is ...
Front Brakes 199 Ford F150 Pick-up.6/28/2008
  Q: I am changing the pads and rotors on my pickup and it is a solid rotar that has the front/rear wheel ...
  A: i don't have a complete year model of your truck it came as 199-it it is a 2 wheel drive after the ...
Ford E-350 will not crank when hot6/28/2008
  Q: The E-350 has a 300 6 cyl and intermediately it will after driving and motor warm up, either stall ...
  A: a simple explanation voltage is supplied to coil on positive terminal-with key on voltage is ...
Hard to start pickup6/28/2008
  Q: I have a 1994 F350. 460 V8 with automatic trans. My problem is that even with all fresh tuneup parts ...
  A: first when you try to start it for the first time cold push accelerator about 1/2 way down before ...
power steering fluid6/27/2008
  Q: I have a 1998 mercury mystique v6 I need to add power steering fluid to my car manual states I ...
  A: i would but the mercon but buy a name brand there is differences in quality fluids and if it is to ...
my probe6/27/2008
  Q: my 1993 probe gt 177k was running fine in tell it died on me comeing up my drive way now it wont ...
  A: yes if you want to test and check your pump-just because you don't hear it don't mean it is the ...
1997 Town Car6/26/2008
  Q: Is the timing adjustable on a 1997 Town Car 4.6? If not, how do you get rid of pinging?
  A: it is not adjustable-use good gas-check for vacuum leaks-clean your mass airflow sensor then take ...
rack and pinion for 96 ford explorer removal6/26/2008
  Q: well i have everything disconnected on the rack but can't get it out. what would be easier,raising ...
  A: 1996 Ford Truck Explorer 4WD V6-245 4.0L Vehicle Level Steering and Suspension Steering ...
88 Ford F-150 Idles poorly, hesitates and will not restart when hot.6/26/2008
  Q: 88 Ford F-150 Manual, 4.9 L, 6 Cyl, F.I. Milage unknown. 100k+? Truck idles poorly (low) and will ...
  A: i would like to know what led you to replace egr and tps sensor did you lean throttle bore and idle ...
Ford E-350 will not crank when hot6/25/2008
  Q: The E-350 has a 300 6 cyl and intermediately it will after driving and motor warm up, either stall ...
  A: don't blame you for trying it yourself sometimes these things can be hard to find-yes the hot side ...
a/c6/24/2008
  Q: i replaced a/c compressor.evaced and recharged.it worked fine for a week,then caput.took apart to ...
  A: the orifice tube is located in the condensor to evaporator tube other words the high pressure ...
Speedometer/Odometer Not Working6/24/2008
  Q: Today, my speedometer and odometer stopped working. Everything else seems to work fine. Transmission ...
  A: try bumping the dash right above the cluster while driving pay attention to traffic-if the trans is ...
1999 tord taurus6/23/2008
  Q: I can not get the door door ajar light to go off. I have check all the doors and trunk lid. I can ...
  A: these vehicles have the switch built on to the door latches-you might try spraying wd40 or pb ...
AC/ heat fan blower6/23/2008
  Q: My neighbor 96 ford explorer fan work intermittently. When he turns the air /heat on /off switch it ...
  A: you could go to the blower when it is acting up and tap on it if it starts to run could have ...
air conditioning ford escort6/22/2008
  Q: I need a wiring diagram for the air conditioning system for my 1999 ford escort se
  A: i tried a couple of ways to send you a diagram but the programs i use will not let me copy a ...
help me6/22/2008
  Q: u wouldnt happen to know how to put a clutch in would you? i have a 94 ford f150 staight 6 5 speed, ...
  A: do yourself a favor and replace the whole slave cylinder assembly with the throw out bearing already ...
ABS Warning Light6/22/2008
  Q: I have a 2000 Ford Windstar SEL. About two months ago, the ABS warning light started coming on when ...
  A: i have never tried to replace just the ring but it will knock off with a hammer and chisel ...
1993 ford ranger6/22/2008
  Q: 1993 ford ranger 6cyl.will not start sometimes makes a clicking noise. the battery is good and i ...
  A: it sounds like you have a loose connection or a bad starter-check and see if one of your cables is ...
ABS Warning Light6/22/2008
  Q: I have a 2000 Ford Windstar SEL. About two months ago, the ABS warning light started coming on when ...
  A: in my area diagnosing the abs light (scan and check) replacing the axle-clearing codes and verifying ...
my taurus wont fire6/21/2008
  Q: ihave a 2000 taurus that lost its spark from the coil,have already changed the coil pack still dead ...
  A: does your car have antitheft light glowing or flashing on your dash did you cut and wire in your ...
2003 Ford Windstar brake rotor removal6/21/2008
  Q: How do you remove the rotors on a 2003 Windstar? They don't slide off the hub once the calipers are ...
  A: according to alldata on this vehicle their are at least three brake disc bolts they are between the ...
Engine Whining6/21/2008
  Q: I have a 1999 Ford Ranger and there is a constant whining in the engine. It never stops and does not ...
  A: first lets try to determine where it is coming from with your engine running does the noise change ...
Ford Van changing spark plugs6/20/2008
  Q: I have a 1999, Ford Van Econoline E250, heavy duty, 5.4 engine. Where are the plugs located and how ...
  A: pull engine cover off and breather assembly i believe you have eight coils on this engine and the ...
Heat & Air fan6/20/2008
  Q: My neighbor 96 ford explorer fan work intermittently. When he turns the air /heat switch it some ...
  A: first check next time it is not working wiggle your key and see if fan comes on these are bad for ...
ford explorer not starting6/20/2008
  Q: 95' ford explorer xlt 4 door 2wd. 4.0 v6 pushrod. bought it with 10 month old gas in it and ended up ...
  A: when you say regulator blows out fuel with key on. you do mean from the schrader valve and not the ...
antifreeze leak6/20/2008
  Q: i have a 2001 ford taurus se with 68000miles. it leaks antifreeze slowly. however the temperature ...
  A: without actually seeing the car its hard to say-intake manifold gasket could be leaking-what i would ...
98 Explorer timing chain repair6/19/2008
  Q: In all honesty, how much should it cost to have the timing chain replaced. I understand that the ...
  A: depends on if you have the overhead valve or overhead cam engine the overhead valve engine should be ...
cruise control6/19/2008
  Q: I have a 2005 f150 5-speed v6 work truck trim. The truck did not come with cruise control. I ...
  A: their are kits out there after market that would be cheaper to install-you can buy all components ...
F150 Heat and air control problem6/18/2008
  Q: The A/C works well and the blower is working fine. but when i accelerate I hear a thump and the air ...
  A: first i need year make and model as early models are only vacuum controlled-later models are ...
a/c vents6/18/2008
  Q: 1983 Ford F150 heavy duty half-ton pickup 351 Windsor engine. The A/C will not blow out of the front ...
  A: i don't have a lot of info on 83 anymore but it is controlled by vacuum so first thing is to go ...
air conditioning - 2003 ford expedition6/18/2008
  Q: what could make the air conditioner cool at maximum sometimes and not cool at all other times? Is ...
  A: is it actualy not cooling or is the air switching from vent to defrost-this vehicle probably has ...
running ruff6/18/2008
  Q: the car want stay idealing u havft to put ur foot on the gass to keep it running tought i have ...
  A: i don't have enough info to completely answer your question but some things that might be going on ...
heater core replacement6/18/2008
  Q: looking for step by step instructions on replacing heater core in a 1997 ford cr vic
  A: This is a major job the whole dash of the vehicle has to come out of car and their is no way this is ...
ac/heat selector switch6/17/2008
  Q: 96 ford Taurus. it only works in defrost mode no matter where you turn it. will this make the ac not ...
  A: a/c will work on defrost mode but will only blow out defrost vents-if that is what is going on-check ...
Check Engine Light6/16/2008
  Q: I have a check engine light on. I have replaced the coolent temperature sensor and this ...
  A: mary what led to the coolant sensor in the first place and what kind of car is it? have you had a ...
starting problem6/15/2008
  Q: i have a 1993 ford ranger 3.0 v6 extended cab xlt it will not start. have tuned it up and still ...
  A: do you hear fuel pump hum when key is first turned on do you have spark when turning engine over has ...
hurry6/15/2008
  Q: i have a 1977 ford 351M 5.8L that has no spark at the coil and have no clue what to do please help
  A: first with a test light check to see if when you have the key on do you have power to the positive ...
Ford E-350 will not crank when hot6/14/2008
  Q: The E-350 has a 300 6 cyl and intermediately it will after driving and motor warm up, either stall ...
  A: you know there is power going to the coil on the positive side have someone spin over the engine ...
Fuel economy6/11/2008
  Q: I own a F-150 short bed step-side, 5.4 (SVT wannabee) and I love the truck, don't want to get rid of ...
  A: you know all of the simple things like air pressure in tires-clean air filter-properly tuned etc. ...

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