I am considering buying a different vehicle. I would be l...


I am considering buying a different vehicle. I would be looking at either a wagon, SUV. Either private owner or dealer that offers a warranty. Would you be able to help me with that? Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/...

I am considering buying a different vehicle. I would be looking at either a wagon, SUV. Either private owner or dealer that offers a warranty. Would you be able to help me with that? Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your car? My current vehicle? Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your vehicle yourself? What have you tried so far? The mechanic today says that my [oil pump](/topics-oil-pump-ford/) could be going bad. The oil light is coming on. They already replaced the sensor. But the light keeps coming on. it is a 2004 Ford Escape. Mechanic's Assistant: Just to clarify, what are the exact lights you're talking about? The oil light and battery

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