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In order for you to get your engine replaced as smoothly as possible, have it done by a qualified mechanic. The Ford dealer would be a good option if your vehicle is under warranty because the repair would likely be...
The Emission System on your vehicle makes sure that your truck does not break any emission standards. Emissions can dirty the air. To make sure that the Emission System on your vehicle is working properly. Use the proper fuel for...
Hello. Diagnosing a noise is a hands-on job and requires listening when the engine is running. Diagnosis may require a stethoscope to check around while the car is running or possibly removing the engine belt. You could have a noisy...
In most cases, a clicking sound coming from the starter is due to either the starter motor being damaged or the starter relay (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-starter-relay-last) to the starter motor being damaged. This would support your suggestion that the starter is not...
Hi, thanks for writing in. Your car is equipped with an anti-theft system which functions based upon the use of sensors that detect the car's points of entry (i.e. doors, trunk, hood, etc). When the anti-theft system is set (usually...
Hi there. If your anti-theft system is active and the engine will not start up, then you may need to reprogram your key fob to the vehicle if you have one. If you do not have a key fob, then...
Hello, your symptoms suggest a coolant temperature sensor failure (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/engine-temp-reads-low-by-jamie), or wiring problem (cut wires or other "open circuit" issues). Changing the radiator may have caused the sensor to be bumped, or the wiring for this sensor to be damaged....
Hi there - your shifter cable, or the attachment linkage for the shifter cable (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/3-essential-things-to-know-about-your-car-s-gear-shifter), is most likely worn or loose. This prevents full action of the shifter from selecting the desired gear position in the transmission. I recommend a...
Whether Whether it’s summer or winter, spring or fall – you should always have certain items available in your vehicle’s roadside emergency kit. Dead batteries, flat tires, and overheated engines can occur at any time. While most people have a...