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When did the Check Engine light come on on my 2013 F-150?

When did the Check Engine light come on on my 2013 F-150? 2013 F150 with 5.0 V8 with only 62,700 miles. My husband was driving to Texas and the truck had less than 60k miles when the check engine light came on. He was unable to take it directly to a Ford dealership since he had to go straight into work. When did the Check Engine light come on? Hello, I just purchased my 2017 Escape SE two weeks ago. Before purchasing, I took it to my mechanic for the once over. All good. I bought it. 10 days later,...
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Which is better Ford Escape EcoBoost or V-6?

Which is better Ford Escape EcoBoost or V-6? While the larger Escape EcoBoost engine can clearly substitute for a V-6, it's not clear that it gets substantially better real-world gas mileage than the larger engine would have. The smaller EcoBoost engine appears to be slightly further away from its EPA rating--in our single road test, anyhow--than the larger engine. What kind of gas mileage does a Ford Escape get? The 2014 Ford Escape SE with the 1.6 Ecoboost engine will reach up to 115mph. I always use penzal motor oil. We recently purchased a used 2014 escape with 39000 miles....
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Can I ride my Harley with an exhaust leak?

Can I ride my Harley with an exhaust leak? It's also bad for you as the rider if there is an exhaust leak on your motorcycle. There are noxious gases leaking right underneath you and can be very dangerous if you're breathing those in. You could loosen the bolts up, move the exhaust a bit and try to re seat the header again to see if it seals better. What does an exhaust leak sound like on a Harley Davidson? An exhaust leak will likely make a louder popping sound when it's first turned on and subside as the engine...
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How does a 6.4 Powerstroke turbo work?

How does a 6.4 Powerstroke turbo work? Compounds use two different-sized turbos, a low pressure and a high pressure. The low-pressure (the larger of the two) 'charger ingests atmospheric air that then feeds into the high-pressure turbo (the smaller one), which then sends the air into the intercooler or engine. How to replace the turbo on a Ford F250 6.4 diesel? 1. Disconnect both batteries and remove the driver's side battery. 2. Drain about 2 gallons of coolant from the radiator. 3. Remove the coolant reservoir / battery box assembly. It's held on with four bolts and some hoses. There's...
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What to do about smoke after extended idle?

What to do about smoke after extended idle? Check the CDR system, and to check the turbo, remove the CDR tube, and upper intake manifold. The start the engine drop in in drive and hammer the throttle to spool up the turbo. Let it idle 5 min and the spool it again. What does black smoke do to an engine? Melted engine coolant temperature sensor. Black smoke means increased exhaust temperature and particulates. This can have a negative effect on particular parts of the exhaust system such as the catalytic converter. Over possessing fuel will cause the catalytic converter to...
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Why is my airbag light on Toyota Corolla?

Why is my airbag light on Toyota Corolla? When it lights up, it's an indication that there is a problem with the Supplemental Restrain System (SRS). You should take it to a mechanic for repair immediately, as you do not want your airbag to deploy while you are driving. After it has been fixed, you should reset and turn off the airbag light. Why is the air bag light on on my Toyota Corolla? The air bag light was stationary when it came on. The airbag indicator is red on dashboard this a safety issue that airbag is not working...
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What does LSX mean for Chevy?

What does LSX mean for Chevy? In the GMPP catalogue you will find that the 'X' in LSX stands for LS Extreme. these LSX engines are based on aftermarket blocks designed to withstand 2500HP as I recall. You don't find these blocks used in production vehicles. These are the “BowTie” blocks used for race applications. What kind of engine does a Ford Escort have? The 1.6 EFI engine would be replaced with the 1.6 HO instead in all high-altitude regions helping to make the 1.6 EFI even more rare. An uprated, turbocharged version of the 1.6 L which was developed...
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What kind of truck is a 1949 Ford F1?

What kind of truck is a 1949 Ford F1? USA Made ! (Fits: 1949 Ford F1) 1948 1949 1950 Ford Pickup Truck F-1 COMPLETE TRUCK BED USA MADE!!! (Fits: 1949 Ford F1) 1949 Ford truck BED FLOOR KIT / Ford F-1 pickup BED FLOOR KIT COMPLETE. (Fits: 1949 Ford F1) Only 1 left! 1948, 1949,1950,1951, AND 1952 FORD F-1 USED FRONT BUMPER GUARD. How to troubleshoot a no start ignition coil? How To Troubleshoot A No Start (Ford 4.9L, 5.0L, 5.8L). This may seem like a no brainer because the most obvious symptom of a bad ignition coil is a...
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What is the black box that says to canister on 01 F150 SuperCrew?

What is the black box that says to canister on 01 F150 SuperCrew? The black plastic boxes above the spare tire are the charcoal canister evaporative control. It absorbs gas vapors from the fuel tank. What happens if the Ford F-150 sits for a week? After about the fifth time, and the involvement of a ford engineer, I thought they had the problem fixed (replaced a wiring harnes). That is until about 2 months later. The truck sat over night and was dead the next morning. Took it to dealer again, and they replaced the battery. Went about a week...
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What kind of horsepower does a Ford 351W have?

What kind of horsepower does a Ford 351W have? In 1994, the torque reached an all-time high of 325 foot-pounds in the Ford F150, but the horsepower of the 351W was lowered to 210. A special high-output 5.8-liter engine was also introduced by the company for use in the Ford Lightning sport truck. The truck had 250 horsepower and 350 foot-pounds of torque. What was the first year of the Ford 351? Throughout these early years of the 351, all versions were carbureted, but in 1987, Ford began phasing in fuel injected motors. Along with their new EFI, they began...