Is ford specialty orange engine coolant the same as Dexco... (2024)

How Does a Cable Clutch System Work?

The cable clutch system on a vehicle has been around for a long time and only the solid rod and linkage clutch system is older. The newest style of clutch system uses hydraulic lines similar to the brake system hydraulics....

What can cause the smart key to not work?

There are a few things that will keep the smart key from operating properly: 1. Another smart key is near the vehicle. 2. A mobile transmitter, such as a cell phone, is too close to the smart key. 3. A...

Black coolant - no oil

Hello. Black or cloudy coolant can be caused by excessive rust or corrosion, or contamination in the cooling system. If the cooling system hasn't been flushed or serviced for a long time (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-often-does-my-car-need-a-radiator-flush), it may take a few cycles of...

Oil change due, now car is bouncing and shaking

Hello. The oil change should not cause the car to bounce or shake. This may be unrelated to the oil change and may be a sign of a more serious problem and should be looked at by a qualified mechanic...

Cold engine makes cracking noises on start

Hi, most likely, this noise comes from worn internal components in your engine that momentarily do not have oil pressure to eliminate metal-to-metal contact. When oil pressure comes up, usually within a few seconds of engine operation, pressurized oil prevents...

My truck keep cutting off I changed the fuel injector and it still cutting off like its not getting gas I don't know

Hi there. If you've removed the fuel lines and are not getting efficient flow of fuel to the throttle body or the direct fuel injectors, you most likely have a fuel pump problem; that if not replaced soon will eventually...

Bad idle with no check engine light on

Greetings, I'm sorry to hear about your sister. A rough idle may be caused by many different things such as low fuel pressure, low voltage to the fuel injectors, dirty fuel injectors, a vacuum leak, a faulty Oxygen sensor or...

"Ice Possible Drive with Care" no Ice.

Hi there. In some cases, this error code will be triggered when the sensor detects cold temperatures. It's possible that the AC condenser is blocked with debris, which would cause the AC to freeze up, and cause some of the...

Filled up tires too much, let air out, brake problems

Tire inflation, whether high or low, does not affect the basic operation of the hydraulic brake system. Tire inflation could have some effect on stopping distances though. Reliable, safe brakes are very important, of course, and so to get the...

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Nothing Nothing says true sport luxury like a Mercedes hardtop convertible, and the SL more than delivers on the name’s promises. While both the SL and its sibling, the SLK, offer superior luxury, handling, and comfort, the SL boasts the...

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Kia Sorento

While While Kia may still be headquartered in Korea, the 2012 Kia Sorento is made right here in the United States, making it easier for Kia to put a lower price tag on this fully loaded compact SUV. With a...

How Long Does a Heater Bypass Tube Last?

In In order for the cooling system on your vehicle to work, you will have to make sure that all of its components are repair free. The thermostat that is on your vehicle helps to regulate the flow of coolant...