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The first thing I would suggest is checking your transmission fluid level. It's very easy on your vehicle. Start the engine and allow it to idle in park for about 30 seconds. Under the hood towards the back of the...
The complete front end and frame would need to be inspected to see what got damaged from hitting the curb. You may have damaged the axle, strut, control arm, hub, subframe and steering gear, to name just a few possible...
There are several indicators possible. If the oil under the oil filler cap, or the oil on the dipstick, has a milkshake-like appearance, this would indicate coolant leaking into the oil. A milky substance under the radiator cap would indicate...
If you got a used starter then that starter may have the same problem that your original starter had. This is common with used parts. I would make sure you are getting power to the main big terminal to the...
Hi there. Although it's true that faulty or incorrect ignition timing will impact how smooth an engine runs, other issues like mass air flow sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement), O2 sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oxygen-sensor-replacement) and crankshaft position sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement) can also cause similar symptoms. The...
Hi there. The fuse light will come on if the engine is not starting up for more than 15 seconds. This is a fail safe light that warns the driver that the starting circuit has a fault and needs attention....
Hi Patrice. Thanks to contacting us today. One thing that might be causing this issue - that was not mentioned is the brake switch. This component is a safety system that will lock the key in the ignition and the...
Without actually hearing the noise myself I would suggest having the noise isolated to see if it is in the timing belt on the tensioner being too tight or tensioner pulley is defective. You may even need to remove the...
If the check engine light is flashing, you need to stop driving the car. The check engine light will come on steady if the engine controller has detected a fault in the engine management system. It will flash if the...
With With Ford’s stiffest chassis to date, the 2012 F-350 is one of the most reliable heavy-duty pickup trucks on the market today. With the quiet cabin and plush ride, though, you’ll feel like you’re driving in the comfort of...
Driving Driving on wet or icy roads can easily lead to dangerous situations when you're behind the wheel. One of the most common of these situations is skidding. While this can be scary to deal with on its own, understanding...