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The smoke you see is made up of the visible particulates that are emitted as a normal part of the combustion process of a diesel engine. There are other non-visible emissions (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-Essential-Things-to-Know-About-Car-Emissions) in the exhaust also, like nitrous oxide. Diesel...
A worn timing chain can cause some camshaft timing to become erratic and cause a host of engine running issues. However, there is a tensioner on the lower part of the engine that is supposed to remove the slack automatically...
The power steering pump or hoses could be the cause but the system would need a complete diagnostic inspection to verify the leak before a recommendation for repairs is given. I recommend having a mechanic like one from YourMechanic check...
You may not need to replace the condenser unless the compressor sent debris throughout the A/C system. If it did, then you may need to replace the expansion valve and flush out all the components and hoses that are not...
CV joint failure is very common on front wheel drive cars like yours. The CV joints are a ball-in-groove arrangement that allows the axle to drive the front wheels while the wheels are steering. When they get some age on...
Hello, there are several possible sources of coolant which can leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-often-do-i-need-to-top-off-my-coolant) to this position - coolant hose, freeze plug, cooling passage gasket, etc. I would recommend having a cooling system inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-fluid-leak-inspection) by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as...
Hello, thank you for writing in. With the engine light on, you will need to take the vehicle to have it scanned for diagnostic troubleshooting codes. Power loss typically comes from electrical issues, fuel issues, or spark issues. With that...
Hi there. One or more of the drive belt pulleys may be bent causing the engine to have erratic rpm's when at idle and causing the engine to stall out at times. Open the hood with the engine running and...
Code P0730 relates to an incorrect reading between the input RPM speed sensor and the output speed of the transmission RPM sensor. When this happens, the ECM will produce this code indicating a fault has been detected. Code P0128 relates...
When When it comes to large, heavy-duty pickup trucks, the 2012 Ford F-250 only has two competitors – the Chevrolet Silverado HD and the Dodge Ram 2500/3500. Though the F-250 doesn’t outperform the Ram in the towing department, it certainly...
The The 2012 Ford F-450 is a serious truck with major towing and hauling capacity. What it lacks in gas mileage, it more than makes up for in durability, suspension, power, and torque. Plus, with a six-speed shiftable automatic transmission,...
Many Many Ford Explorers and Mercury Mountaineers were manufactured with an option known as the Ford keyless entry keypad. Some models refer to it as SecuriCode as well. It is a five-button numeric keypad that is used to: Eliminate fumbling...