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Hello, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is an important system. It has helped reduce blowouts due to low tire pressure. The battery life of a tire pressure sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/book/?mktg_jid=226) is estimated to be five years. The battery life is...
If your car is equipped with a Cross Traffic Alert system (not all Fusions have this feature), it provides you with important information about traffic conditions to improve your safety. It’s really all about detecting traffic, pedestrians and other obstacles...
Hi there. Sounds to be that you're having issues with the transmission internal components. Shift solenoids switch between the gears, if one or multiple solenoids are malfunctioning it will cause your vehicle to not shift into those specific gears. Also,...
Oil leaks are common especially as vehicles get older. The smoke you see/smell is from the oil falling on hot metal from the engine running. As the oil burns off you see the smoke and get the odor. Once we...
Yes. But, if you are buying new U-joints, they come pre-lubricated these days. If they don't, when you buy the joints for Ford, it'll tell you which lubricant to use. If you are buying at an auto parts store, they...
Overheating can also be caused by a failing coolant fan switch. As you may know the coolant fan switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/cooling-fan-relay-replacement) helps to maintain the proper coolant temperature by turning on and off at specific temperature thresholds. When this switch is...
Hi there. It sounds like you may have a failed starter or battery. A good battery test with a digital battery tester that provides current voltage, cold cranking amps, and state of health will either clear or condemn the battery....
If you are losing coolant out of the exhaust after you overheated the motor then you may have damaged the heads by warping them and coolant now leaks past the head gaskets. Your engine will not crank now due to...
Hi There, Depending on how long the car has been sitting, there may be certain things that may or may not be necessary, however to start with, I would suggest the following: Drain the old fuel and fill with fresh...
It It may not be the most well-known, flashiest Land Rover but the LR2 holds its own as a capable, attractive, AWD rugged SUV with the signature boxy British look and interior that bathes you in luxury. As the most...
The The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover offers everything you would expect from this carmaker. Acceleration is smooth, off-road handling is impressive and it has a rich interior that ensures comfort no matter where the road or trail takes you....
When When summer ends, skiers start thinking about hitting the hills, and that means having to contend with winter driving conditions. Not just any vehicle is going to get the job done. We have evaluated several used ski-worthy vehicles, and...