Q: Car starts and then stalls

There are many possibilities that could cause your concern. The most likely cause would be one of the engine sensors not reading correctly. If the computer isn't getting the right info the engine may not be able to continue running...

Hello. It sounds like your vehicle's security system is activated. In order for your vehicle to start again the system needs to be reset or disabled. This particular model of vehicle may have a small black button underneath the dash,...

Hi there. This vehicle had a few different problems that could cause the symptoms you have. A common reason is the vehicle losing the fuel pressure from the fuel pump going bad (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement). Additionally, the ignition module, distributor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/distributor-rotor-and-cap-replacement), starter...

Engine misfires can be caused by many different things, but there are a few suspects that occur more than others. Generally, misfires are caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in cases, a combination of both. Spark related...

Your mention of the dealer putting in a cheap seal make me wonder if you had work done previously to the vehicle. These models have timing chains that tend to stretch as they wear and cause check engine lights, poor...

Hello. Thank you for writing in. There are several components that may cause a hard-start (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-hard-to-start-inspection). First we need to determine if the engine is cranking at a normal speed, and it is taking a while for the engine to...

Hi there: Most of the time when your car won't start it's due to a fault with the ignition or fuel system. If the issue is inconsistent as you've described, it's possible that you have a loose electrical wire that...

Hi there. That's very difficult to answer due to the multiple variables involved in removing and replacing hard to access components such as the center driveshaft on a front wheel drive vehicle like your Edge. However, in general, this type...

If all or most of the oil leaked out it is possible for the engine to be damaged or to seize. In that event, yes, the engine would have to be repaired. You can try turning the engine over by...