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There are many faults that can cause a vehicle to stall. A faulty engine speed sensor or weak fuel pump just to start. If the Check Engine Light is on, the vehicle can be scanned for fault codes. The fault...

It sounds like you have an electrical issue. Check the DTC connector to make sure you are getting power and ground. A short to ground could be the cause of this concern. It may be possible that the reverse safety...

Adding a phonebook from your cell phone to the HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system is pretty easy, and deleting a phonebook is even easier. To delete an entire phonebook, just: Choose “delete imported phonebook” from the menu on your navigation system’s...

Hello. This is most likely a mechanical issue with one of the components of your door latch assembly. An inspection would need to be completed to determine why your door won't close all the way. I would suggest you have...

Does is stick to the floor every time you press the pedal or only sometimes? It could be just a simple sticky pedal if it only does it occasionally. However the more likely problem is that there is an issue...

This is likely related to the fuel tank sending unit inside the fuel tank, which will require the fuel tank to be dropped in order to access and replace. The fuel gauge sending unit is a small float type component...

Like most other components of your car, you should regularly inspect your seat belts to ensure that they’re in good condition and don’t pose a threat to your safety. Here’s what you need to do: Pull the belt out...

Hello! Sounds like you are now experiencing a common problem that many Taurus owners have experienced before. The problem is usually due to a broken plastic linkage in the steering column; the small plastic arm that connects the ignition cylinder...

The AC system has many components that may be the cause of it blowing warm. The most common failure is the AC compressor leaking out of the front seal. It could also be an internal failure, such as a leak...

Hi Warren. Thanks for contacting us tonight. The first question I would ask is if you removed the code from the ECU after completing the repairs. When a code is activated, it needs to be removed by a mechanic with...

Hi. Usually, the cigarette lighter fuse blows because the accessory (such as a cell phone charger) draws too much current. I would check the fuse. According to the wiring diagram, it should be fuse #19, which is rated at 15...

You should have the check engine light and engine scanned to see if the engine may be running lean due to low fuel pressures or clogged injectors. You should also have the mass airflow sensor cleaned and checked for proper...

Hi and thanks for your question. There are three things that could cause this situation. Your vehicle could have a failed starter, a failed fuel pressure regulator, or a break in the wire from the ignition switch to the starter...

Hello. Thanks for your question about your Check Engine Light (CEL) illuminating for what appears to be a transmission issue. There are both electronic and hydraulic controls in your transmission that control shifting. The electronic controls use sensor inputs and...

The most common cause of this is either a charging system issue, such as the alternator or battery, or low fuel pressure from a clogged line or failing fuel pump. Either the charging system or the fuel system can have...

You're not likely to have any luck getting the state to pay for it. Fortunately, windshield replacement is relatively inexpensive - typically under $200. Try to take the car into a shop that will be able to do a windshield...

It sounds like you may have a faulty starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. As electricity is supplied to the starter a small gear comes...

Hi, first off is there any more information about the water you can give us? The car has drainage areas for water to flow through which can get clogged up with debris and leaves. Water will build up and can...

Hello, thank you for writing in. A catalytic converter going bad after this amount of mileage is not unheard of. Although you will definitely want to check the oxygen sensors first. If you are in a position to test them...

We can evaluate for you, and thence possibly "recommend", performance enhancements that have either 50-state approval, that is are approved by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) or are certified as 49 state legal pursuant to Federal EPA requirements. Looking...

Confirm that the engine immobilizer system (security system) is not activated thus preventing the car from starting. If the immobilizer system is on, you may see a security warning light. If the warning light is on, to temporarily override the...

Hi There, The fuel pump is mechanical on this engine and does not have an injection pump like the earlier models do. The fuel pump is mounted in the valley of the engine directly behind the fuel filter housing and...

To try to isolate where the noise is coming from. I would use a long hose to listen to each pulley as close as I could to each pulley. If I still cannot isolate the noise would try a long...

Hello. When this occurs I usually install a manual oil pressure gauge to see if the gauge in the truck is correct. If the engine is new with a new pump then I doubt it is a pump issue. Most...