Q: Oil pressure gauge drops, idle goes crazy and wanting to die.

While it might seem like all you need to do before driving your car is to crank the engine and put it in gear, there are actually several things that should be done every single time before you hit the...

The Maintenance Minder lets you know when your vehicle is due for regular maintenance. The system can be reset after your car has received maintenance. Here’s how to reset the Maintenance Minder using the multi-information display: 1. Turn the ignition...

There are three different ways to cancel a remote start after the vehicle has been turned on: If you want to cancel the remote start from outside the vehicle, you can do so with the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter....

The power train control module controls the idle on the vehicle using different sensors and actuators. If you do not have any codes in the computer for the problem then you may have to have the computer reprogrammed per the...

You may be able to spot the leak by performing a cooling system pressure test. This test is just as it sounds; a special tool is used to apply pressure to the cooling system, making leaks visible. Sometimes however, leaks...

Your vehicle redlines at 6,600 RPM. If you have an automatic transmission in your vehicle, don't worry. A properly operating automatic transmission (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-an-automatic-transmission-works) is designed to keep your engine in the correct operating range. The transmission control module will adjust...

These sensors are available, but not on every street corner. You can search on the Internet, or you might consider joining the Lincoln Mark VII owners club. There are numerous references on their forums that address this issue. A professional...

Rather than trying to shift into drive, try shifting into neutral. If you are trying to move the vehicle, drive will lock it in gear, but neutral will allow the wheels to spin freely. If you are having difficulties shifting...