Hi. The yellow lamp is likely the Traction Control System warning. It would make sense because the traction control system is directly related to the ABS and brake system. It sounds like your Escape has some braking and stability issues....
Both of the codes you mentioned have the MAP sensor in common. It is possible that the MAP sensor is faulty on your vehicle. When the vehicle's PCM picks up that the MAP sensor is not functioning, it goes into...
If the engine is getting hot then this will happen. I would check the coolant level first. Only check it when it is cold. If it is low then there is a leak and that needs to be fixed. If...
The "tool" light is a maintenance reminder light. This means that mileage based maintenance is due. The required maintenance is usually an oil change, but your vehicle could be due for other maintenance such as an air filter or transmission...
Hello, thanks for writing in. If your reverse lights are not working, then it may be possible that your reverse light switch has gone out. As the name implies, the reverse light switch is the component that controls the reverse...
You certainly can add your own refrigerant, but be careful to not put too much in. Don't worry about adding oil, that is something you do if you replace components. They sell refrigerant cans with a built in gauge and...
Hi there, This light may come on for many different reasons. As you may know, when your check engine light comes on when there are usually fault or trouble codes that are registered in the car's computer that can be...
Hello - the "service emissions system" warning means that something in the emissions control systems is not keeping the engine emissions within boundaries set by the Environmental Protection Agency (or California Air Resources Board if you are in California). There...
Contact the dealership and get a part number, then contact whoever you want to replace the radiator and have them cross reference the part number to obtain the correct radiator. I recommend replacing the radiator with an OEM-specified radiator that...
Hello. From what you are saying it does sound like you have a bearing failure. When they fail they will make a growling beginning at higher speed. You will then get it at lower speeds the more you drive with...
Hi there. The tire message is coming on saying that one or more of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors (TPMS) is not communicating to the ECM (computer). Either the sensor needs reprogrammed or replaced. Billing question sent to CS for...
The starter is above the oil filter and opposite the A/C compressor (on the same "side" of the engine as the A/C compressor). The starter may be obscured by a splash shield that indeed must be removed to replace the...
Hi there. The cost of replacement will vary based on what model the vehicle is and if it is all wheel drive. It will also vary based on where you have it done due to the labor cost and what...
Hi - Ford ignition switches of this vintage have a chronic problem of failing in this manner. The "center button" connection between the key tumbler and ignition switch wears, and the ignition switch is not moved adequately to complete the...
