Hi Leigha. Thanks for contacting us today. It's likely that an oil cooler line is loose or the source of the leak. However, I believe there are two independent lines, each or just one could be the source. To ensure...
Hi Katy. Thanks for contacting us today. The transmission on your Windstar is a hydraulic system, so efficient flow of transmission fluid is essential to proper application of engine power, through the transmission and to the drive axle. It's possible...
Hi Daniel. Thanks for contacting us tonight. To request an estimate to have an engine mount replaced, please click this link and fill out the form. Once we receive the data, we'll email you an estimate if we're able to...
Hi Wayne. Thanks for contacting us today. Back in 85, GM V6 motors only had one O2 sensor. It was considered an upstream sensor, which means that it was installed near the center of the exhaust manifold. Downstream sensors were...
If you just cranked over the engine a few times with no oil in it would not cause any issues except you would not have any oil to timing chain tensioners and may have caused the timing chain to jump...
Based on your description it sounds like the overheating is accompanied by a coolant leak. Coolant leaks can be either a cause OR a consequence of overheating. Be sure not to drive the car if it is overheating because overheating...
Repeated jump starting of a vehicle is not a recommended practice. Lots of things can go wrong, up to and including battery explosions. A mechanic would resolve your issue by first load testing your existing battery. If the battery does...
Hi Collin. Thanks for contacting us tonight. In most states, making alterations to OEM exhaust systems is not permitted, unless similar aftermarket components are installed and do not impact the emissions monitoring system. Unfortunately, we don't have state rules on...
The on-off button probably has faulty contacts. Although the radio is technically "repairable", it is usually cheaper to install a new or used one (used ones are available from sites such as Car-Part.com). If you desire that the radio be...
With a fully charged battery in good condition, and the immobilizer (security) system off - check to be sure the immobilizer is not activated - if the starter motor does not operate at that point, there are only two possibilities:...
It sounds like you may have a problem with the neutral safety switch. Your vehicle has a neutral safety switch that will prevent the vehicle from starting when it is in any gear position other than park or neutral. Occasionally,...
If the car engine does not shut down when you turn the key to "off", the ignition switch contacts could be faulty and, if so, the switch should be replaced. The stereo has its own on/off switch though. So, if...
Hi Emee. Thanks for contacting us today. This is likely a relay problem as opposed to wiring. Either a starter or ignition relay is faulty. If your accessories are able to activate, then the source is probably the starter relay....
This is a transmission internal problem most likely by solenoids sticking or the clutches are worn out. Have the transmission pressures tested to diagnose the transmission problem to see if solenoids work properly and if pressures are good. if they...
Hi Christian. Thanks for writing back to us. I remember your question from the other day, and actually, those warning lights is some vital information that could lead to a clear diagnosis. A warning light is triggered when a vehicle...
The reduced power light indicates that something has gone wrong in the engine or transmission control system and the controller has limited the speed at which you can operate the car to prevent damage. It's sort of an enhanced limp...
This is a electrical issue and to resolve it will require an electrical circuit/component diagnostic. Among the possible causes of the problem are a faulty ground connection, lack of power (or intermittent connection) to the dash display, a faulty fuse,...
Generally loud "noise", especially on acceleration, is due to exhaust system leaks or internal muffler (e.g., baffle) failures. The ticking noise is more likely coming from the valve train and not the EGR valve. The OBD-II diagnostic code that "refers"...
Hi Matthew. Thanks for contacting us today. Our mobile mechanics offer the same professional services that a shop or dealership would, but without the excessive overheat costs associated with those facilities. This is why our estimates are much less expensive...
