Q: My heater used to warm up when the engine warmed up, but now it takes far longer and never gets half as a hot as it used to.

A worn power steering pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-pump-replacement) will make a whining type sound. It usually starts as a whine when cold and diminishes somewhat once warmed up. If the reservoir is full and tehre is no power steering fluid leak, it...

Hello, thanks for writing in. If this occurs only under this high load condition then most of the time it is caused by a boost leak. I usually suspect that the intercooler has a crack as that will cause this...

Hello. Ford or Motorcraft brand would be the OEM fluid brand that your vehicle came equipped with from the factory. However, any brand of oil and transmission fluid will work fine as long as it meets the API certification rating,...

The gas cap is the most common source of evaporative emissions, which would be a reason the check engine light would come on. The evaporative emissions system is designed to limit the evaporation of fumes from the fuel in your...

Hello. The key code here is likely the P1775 code, which means the solenoid for invoking torque converter clutch lockup is latched (or engaged). If this solenoid does not unlatch, or release the lockup clutch, the transmission controller gets "speed...

Hi there. It depends on what type of digital scanner you're using, but most professional scanners will be able to see the misfiring cylinder on the scope while the engine is running. This will typically also indicate which electrical sensor...

ECM replacement does not implicate the engine lubrication or cooling systems. It is possible the fluid levels were already low when the vehicle was presented for service although admittedly it is also possible to envision a scenario where a shop...

Hi there. Although it's vital for a mechanic to complete a physical inspection to accurately pinpoint what's causing this "humming sound" and the gasoline smell, it sounds like you have developed an exhaust leak. In some cases, when the exhaust...

You may need to take the vehicle to a body shop to have an estimate performed to determine what kind of repairs may be needed. Additionally, you will need to have an estimate performed for insurance purposes, in the event...