Why is my Mustang making a rattling noise?
Why is my Mustang making a rattling noise?
While there are a variety of reasons your Ford Mustang is rattling, the most common 3 are the ball joints, struts or strut mount, or a problem with the sway bar links.
Why is there an oil leak in my Ford Mustang?
Determining where and how your Ford Mustang’s engine is losing oil in itself is half the battle. Fixing the oil leak should be considered a priority. Allowing oil to leak for too long can cause problems. The leak could get worse and you could run out of oil before realizing it. It can get into your ignition system and onto the spark plugs.
Why does my Ford Mustang S197 have a leak?
Unfortunately, this is a common problem on the S197 Mustangs. Since Ford used a hard plastic for their thermostat housing, over time and heat cycles, the plastic cracks and leads to following leak. If the area around your thermostat housing is damp or has deposits, then this is most likely the issue.
When to know if your Mustang has a head gasket failure?
If your coolant and oil have signs of mixing or you see white smoke puffing out of your tailpipes at start-up, check for head gasket failure. If your engine is running fine without any codes, then it is most likely not a head gasket. If it is a head gasket replacement, be prepared to dedicate a day or two of work to get your Mustang running right!
What to do if you have an oil leak in your engine?
If you do end up changing the plug or oil filter, just make sure to get new oil when you go to the parts store, since you’ll lose engine oil when dealing with either one. If the oil is leaking from the valve cover area, get the torque specs and see if tightening them up will fix the problem.
Determining where and how your Ford Mustang’s engine is losing oil in itself is half the battle. Fixing the oil leak should be considered a priority. Allowing oil to leak for too long can cause problems. The leak could get worse and you could run out of oil before realizing it. It can get into your ignition system and onto the spark plugs.
Unfortunately, this is a common problem on the S197 Mustangs. Since Ford used a hard plastic for their thermostat housing, over time and heat cycles, the plastic cracks and leads to following leak. If the area around your thermostat housing is damp or has deposits, then this is most likely the issue.
If your coolant and oil have signs of mixing or you see white smoke puffing out of your tailpipes at start-up, check for head gasket failure. If your engine is running fine without any codes, then it is most likely not a head gasket. If it is a head gasket replacement, be prepared to dedicate a day or two of work to get your Mustang running right!
What’s the best way to find a coolant leak?
The best way to find a coolant leak, if it is visible, is to simply trace it to its source, so you get a better idea of where the leak is coming from. Before starting, perhaps the most important precaution you can take when working with coolant is to make sure the car is cooled down.
