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| 1999 cougar Passive Anti-theft system | 7/25/2006 | Dinger |
Q: My wife's 1999 cougar developed a problem with the anti-theft system (i think)last night. The ...
A: Here's everything I have on this. I think it boils down to having the keyfob battery replaced and ...
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| no compression in #8 on Navigator | 7/23/2006 | Dinger |
Q: As far as the oil or the coolant, there's no discoloration. The truck has been running 'fine' yet a ...
A: Well, that's to bad, because the 87 octaine probably burnt a hole in the top of the cylinder. This ...
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| no compression in #8 on Navigator | 7/23/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Smog guy telling me no compression in the #8 cylinder on my 03 Navigator. What could cause this so ...
A: Assuming that the smog guy is right. (I don't put much stock in the not so overly train smog ...
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| REAR END DAMAGE | 7/23/2006 | Dinger |
Q: My 2002 Navigator was hit from the rear by a smaller vehicle. The damage was to the lower half of ...
A: There seems to be some kind of mistake or mis-understanding happening here. You might try getting a ...
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| ac | 7/22/2006 | Dinger |
Q: my ac does not work on my 91 sable. i replaced the electronic module to no avail. when you set your ...
A: You don't have any freon in your system. There is a sensor that looks for freon before it will let ...
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| Tranny (LS)/ AC running hot | 7/20/2006 | Dinger |
Q: 2000 lincoln ls, when i accelarate between 40 and 50 mph the car "struggles" to get past 50mph. PCM ...
A: When you are heavy in the throttle, the A/C shuts down to give more power to the engine. This might ...
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| problem removing 91 Lincoln starter | 7/19/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I'm looking for advice on things to do to make it easier to remove the bolt. The threads themselves ...
A: Ah, I see... Well, here in the garage, my R&R tech tells me he would start removing the bolt with a ...
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| sensor problem? | 7/19/2006 | Dinger |
Q: My problem is after driving for 20 mins or so. The speedometer quits working, the odometer does not ...
A: You have a bad speed sensor. The computer in your car controls, amoung other things, your power ...
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| problem removing 91 Lincoln starter | 7/19/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Greeting Sir, I have a problem that hopefully you will be able to advise me about. The starter on ...
A: There is no easy way to do this, but removing the bolt won't be the cause of stripping it. If it's ...
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| 1997 MERCURY SABEL TRANS | 7/18/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I HAVE A 1997 MERCURY SABEL THAT NEEDS A AX4N METRIC TRANSMISSION I CAN ONLY FIND AFFORDABLE ONES ...
A: Sorry your having trouble with your car. Sable/Taurus transmissions are identical in every way. But ...
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| Hesitation | 7/18/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Would you still suggest I take my car to Cottman and have them scan it or is this something you ...
A: By all means. This gives us a place to start. If it was an old Chevy I would be suggesting trying ...
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| Hesitation | 7/18/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I own a 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5L V6 with about 75,000 miles on it. I've not really had any problems ...
A: I almost want to ask How long has the check engine light been on? But you didn't indicate that in ...
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| power steering cooler 91 Lincoln | 7/18/2006 | Dinger |
Q: .. I have a 91 Lincoln Continital 3.8 I ‘ve got a bad leak around the power steering cooler. The ...
A: Hey RL, Yes, you can by-pass the cooler, but remember... it's there for a reason. That's my take on ...
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| aod trans | 7/17/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I Must have missed something What do you mean have I tried the gov yet????? ty larryIt is possible ...
A: Jeeeezzzzz, Thought I answered this at work already. I suggested in one of the strings we had going ...
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| 2000 lincoln continetal check transmission light code | 7/17/2006 | Dinger |
Q: My dealer checked the computer & came up wtith code P7144 & says it is torque converter lock up & ...
A: I am assuming that you meant P1744, since there is not a code P7144... That is excessive convertor ...
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| Mercury transmission | 7/17/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have a 2000 model Mercury Grand Marquis that I have put 66,000 miles on. On the way home from ...
A: I just love these Grand Marquis. Like driving your living room sofa. The 4R70-W transmission in your ...
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| 91 Sable Tranny Issues | 7/16/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I did find one vacuum leak... I'm an old time hot rodder from way back (I currently have a 74 Nova ...
A: To completely clear all memory in the car, you would disconnect both cables from the battery and ...
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| 91 Sable Tranny Issues | 7/16/2006 | Dinger |
Q: So you might be saying that there could be a large vacuum leak causing this issue? But if a leak ...
A: The car's problems probably stem from the vacuum leak which is giving you the lean bank 1/2. Because ...
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| 91 Sable Tranny Issues | 7/16/2006 | Dinger |
Q: You gave me more information than I've been getting from the mechanics I've beed taking to! I've ...
A: Well, in that case, I am afraid you are looking at an overhaul. You might have seen in previous ...
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| Power windows | 7/16/2006 | Dinger |
Q: 1992 Lincoln Town car; Driver's side works, three others you just here the motors working.the car ...
A: My best piece of advice to give you on this one is an Auto Glass shop. They do this all time and are ...
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| Lincoln LS 2002 AC Trouble | 7/16/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Dinger please help! 30 amp AC fuse blows after 2 minutes of running AC. I can set AC at lowest ...
A: Sounds like a dead short in the switch as opposed to a loose nut behind the wheel... heheheh. Ford ...
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| 91 Sable Tranny Issues | 7/15/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Greetings! We have a 91 Sable wagon with 160K miles on the clock. The engine has been replaced ...
A: That was the first year Ford used the AXOD"E" model of the AXOD and continue to use a couple of ...
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| 1996 Mercury Sable | 7/13/2006 | Dinger |
Q: My 1996 Sable has 148,000 miles and has been well-maintained. When I parked it in my driveway ...
A: Yes Earl, The grommet on the linkage that connects to the manual lever has said "so long". Easy fix, ...
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| 96 lincoln town car climate control problem | 7/13/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Have you been able to determine if its a vacuum problem? code level? or compatability problem. ...
A: Sorry Ken, Darn real job keeps me hoppin'. It would appear to be a vacuum problem. I had the same ...
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| 98 Lincoln Contintenal Check Transmission | 7/11/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have just purchased a 1998 lincoln contintenal with 115,000 miles, this baby is a beauty but after ...
A: I just love these cars. I was originally from New Hampshire and you can't live without front wheel ...
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| aod trans | 7/11/2006 | Dinger |
Q: ---it only shifts when cold and above 70-75 mphI have a 68 mustang with a 289, I have an AOD from a ...
A: This is likely to be a stuck governor. If the fluid is dirty or if there is debris in the pan, this ...
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| 95 mercury grand marquise | 7/9/2006 | Dinger |
Q: Followup To Question - transmission had no reverse but had drive but now has reverse but no drive ...
A: This is why I asked before if your check engine light was on. This would indicate a possible ...
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| 95 mercury grand marquise | 7/9/2006 | Dinger |
Q: transmission had no reverse but had drive but now has reverse but no drive Answer - Hi Michelle! ...
A: I could I imagine, I mean the filter is there to stop junk from moving into your internal workings ...
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| 95 mercury grand marquise | 7/8/2006 | Dinger |
Q: transmission had no reverse but had drive but now has reverse but no drive
A: Wow, what an issue! Ok, I need just a little more info. When you had no reverse did you do anything ...
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| 1997 Mercury Sable error code 1413 | 7/7/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have a 1997 Mercury Sable My engine light is on. I'm getting an 1413 error code. The book tells ...
A: This is a sensor on the engine. It is likely something you can repair. I was going to try to get a ...
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| 90 escort | 7/7/2006 | Dinger |
Q: the radio i got is the original,it works but the speakers do not.today i ran into a new ...
A: Trying to picture what you did, I would think that you have a bad alternator. It's not charging the ...
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| Ford Taurus Motor/Tranny Problem | 7/7/2006 | Dinger |
Q: If you don't mind me asking, which makes and models have the best transmissions? What about a 99 ...
A: Toyota, by far, makes the best transmission. Anything Dodge is the worst, putting my children ...
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| car won`t start | 7/6/2006 | Dinger |
Q: i have a 1998 town car that i was having a problem with the fan not coming on, i change it the new ...
A: Well, this is a tough one, but I believe there is a short and a blown fuse. Check the fuses under ...
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| 96 lincoln town car climate control problem | 7/6/2006 | Dinger |
Q: a/c did not work. Blow warm air out dash vents. Mechanic replaced climate control head (used ).Air ...
A: Try this and please resubmit letting me know how that went. Thanks, Dave EATC - Codes 115 and/or ...
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| 2002 merc mountaineer | 7/6/2006 | Dinger |
Q: my abs light is on and the service engine soon light is on. and the car when I am at a light my car ...
A: The check engine light is triggered by one or more of dozens of DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) ...
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| Ford Taurus Motor/Tranny Problem | 7/6/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I have a 95 Ford Taurus 3.0l that seems to loose power in the heat of the day. In the morning it ...
A: I am sorry to say your car has a bad transmission. A couple of things to check before we conclude ...
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| 90 escort | 7/6/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I HAVE A 1991 FORD ESCORT.MY DASH LIGHTS WENT OUT AND MY RADIO SPEAKERS QUIT WORKING AND THE ...
A: Me thinks you have an issue with the speaker wire or power to the radio wire(s). Oddly, you didn't ...
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| 1993 Mercury grand Marquis rumbling sound | 7/5/2006 | Dinger |
Q: I bought a 1993 Mercury grand Marquis w/ 24K miles. Great car, except for occassional rumbling ...
A: Where do we start? First, make sure everything in the trunk is tied down, spare tire, jack and so ...
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| 1993 Mercury Tracer Problems | 7/5/2006 | Pete Lacey |
Q: If you recall, last week I was telling you of the trouble I've had with my 1993 Mercury Tracer (4 ...
A: Yes is a power tran mod. the dealer is right .And yes if the compuiter is alos melted i would change ...
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| Power Windows | 7/4/2006 | Dinger |
Q: My wife's 2002 Lincoln Town Car, driver's window will go down but will not go back up. But if you ...
A: I don't believe it's the motor either, otherwise it wouldn't do anything! I think it's a bad switch ...
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