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The fuel filter on the gasoline powered cars is located inside the fuel tank. Yes, it seems crazy, but it's part of a new system that puts everything in the tank, pump, filter, regulator, pressure sensor, etc. There is a...

Hi there - check for problem codes first, whether the Check Engine light is on or not. I don't think it's a computer problem - more likely a coolant temperature sensor malfunction or leaking injector making it run rich. Check...

The 5.9L diesel is a straight six engine. The 6.6L diesel and the 7.3L diesel are both V8 engines. If find that there are more maintenance when it comes to the V-configured engines to the straight six engines. I have...

Hi there, thank you for writing in about your 2005 Ford Escape. You need to look at the dashboard to see if the theft light is on or blinking. You need to try a different key (if you have one)...

This may suggest the transmission synchros may be wearing out. Your transmission has small gear synchronizer rings that help to move the transmission in and out of the various gears. When these begin to wear out, you may notice it...

Hello. If you are adding a lift kit to your Jeep you will need to install longer sway bar link pins. This is because the distance from the suspension to the sway bar will change. If you do not then...

The rumbling at low speeds may be coming from a tire. The squealing noise at full turn is most likely a serpentine belt for your power steering pump that needs to be adjusted or replaced. The sagging rear suspension could...

Hello, thank you for writing in. In this situation facing a potential several thousand dollars repair, you will likely feel better with a second inspection. The codes you have are for several electrical systems on the transmission. These do not...

The hazard switch is the most common failed component to cause the turn signals and hazards to not work. The hazard switch has the flasher in it, which may be your problem. I recommend that you have a mechanic, like...

Start with checking the fuses, your owners manual will have a diagram explaining where the fuse boxes are and which one is for the horn. If the fuses are good, the issue could be the horn button, wiring to the...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The defroster within the mirror is rather simple. It uses a resistor to collect electrons which ends up resulting in heat. it is this heat that is used to defrost/defog the mirror. If the...

The trouble code P0496 refers to a fault in the vehicle's evaporative emissions (EVAP) control system. Faults in the EVAP system will not typically cause loss of power. Perhaps other codes were stored but were missed in downloading that one...

The radiator fan operates on a fused circuit with high amperage relays to drive them. The fan motor itself is also a possible and common failure point. Have a mechanic trained in vehicle electronics inspect the radiator fan for a...

It is not clear if the poor engine operation you were experiencing is somehow linked to the present no start condition. In any event, before the engine can be diagnosed, it has to be running and so that is the...

As you may already know, your car's fuel pump is cooled by the fuel in the tank. Fuel pumps do tend to generate a fair amount of heat and so naturally, when it does run dry, it can easily damage...

Hello and thanks for your question. Check the harness to the MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor for voltage. There should be a 5 volt reference that supplies power to the sensor. If you do not have power to the MAP...

When the car was built, I guarantee that Ford didn't have a guy on the assembly line spraying belts. I would first check to make sure that all of the pulleys are ALIGNED. It is not unusual, for the PULLEY...

Hi there. The codes would be helpful and don't clear them. A sticking O2 sensor can cause drivability issues and set the Check Engine Light. If there is a catalytic converter code, I would focus first on the O2 sensor...

Hello. Since this could be a variety of potential issues, I would recommend hooking the car up to an OBD scanner to download any trouble codes that may have registered as a result of the light coming on. I would...

Hello there! This sounds like a malfunctioning power steering pump, which is common for your vehicle. If this is the case, the location of the leak makes sense because the power steering pump is located on the passenger front side...

The wiper high setting is controlled through the wiper switch to "ask" the GEM module to turn on the wiper high relay. The most common problem is the wiper switch, but before the switch is condemned, it can be tested...

The Engine Overheated – Stop Engine message can appear on your driver information center (DIC), and is accompanied by a continuous chime. When the DIC displays this alert, the engine is too hot and can cause severe damage. Stop your...