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Carfax


May 10, 2013, 9:23 pm

Hello Group. I was wondering if someone could help me out with a Carfax for VIN# 1FMYU02Z45KA02179. I'd appreciate it. I'm a private buyer and it's a private seller. Thank You Read more »

Ford to add more than 2,000 jobs in Kansas City


May 8, 2013, 11:06 pm

From AB Ford Adding 2,000-Plus Jobs at Kansas City Assembly Plant to Support Surging F-150 Demand, Transit Launch Ford's Kansas City Assembly Plant will add more than 2,000 jobs to support high deman... Read more »

Engine doesn't crank (total silence)


April 30, 2013, 8:54 pm

I have a 2000 Ford Ranger (stick shift) that failed to start twice last weekend. I turn the key and nothing happens. All dash lights look normal. I pushed the clutch in and out a few times and also... Read more »

Check Engine Light


April 28, 2013, 9:57 pm

For 97 Aerostar. While I'm looking for the manual, I thought I'd ask what is a common cause of the light coming on. I noticed it was flashing (never seen that before) then stopped flashing an... Read more »

Ford posts decade-best $2.1B profit in Q1 2013


April 26, 2013, 3:27 pm

From AB Ford Posts First Quarter Pre-Tax Profit of $2.1 Billion, Driven by Highest North America Profit in More than a Decade; Net Income of $1.6 Billion+ Strong total company pre-tax profit was ... Read more »

Re: Report: Ford Focus was best-selling nameplate in 2012


April 23, 2013, 10:37 pm

No, it's an even better ride. If you loved your Focus, I believe you will love an Escape. D Read more »

when will Expedition get ecoboost motor?


April 16, 2013, 1:30 pm

Does any know when the Expedition will get an ecoboost motor? My 2005 Expy has 124K miles and I am thinking about replacing it any year now. Thanks, Lynn Read more »

Donut Derelicts in Huntington Beach


April 3, 2013, 12:20 am

I ran across this one on a Sat morning while headed to the beach. A real fun place to spend a couple of hours. http://www.donutderelicts.com/aboutus.html Search youtube - lots of good videos. Read more »

Trans rough shifting


April 3, 2013, 12:15 am

1997 Aerostar - right now, smooth as silk. Sometimes it clunks when it upshifts or downshifts for a day or two, then smoothes out again. Sometimes will go months fine, then starts the clunk-o-... Read more »

Ford recalling select Taurus, Explorer and Lincoln MKS models over fuel tan...


April 2, 2013, 3:39 pm

From AB Report Receipt Date: MAR 27, 2013 NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V109000 Component(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Potential Number of Units Affected: 3,037 Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company SUMMARY: Ford... Read more »

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50th Anniversary T-Bird - No Advertising?


I haven't seen any advertising for the 50th Anniversary T-Bird. I find this surprising as it is a classic car that won't be made anymore. Dan Read more »

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Ford Ranger, 1999, door ajar warning


Where is the switch that senses a door being ajar -- I can't seem to find it. Is it inside the door where it is operated by the door latch mechanism ? Tnx Jim H. -- Message posted using http://w... Read more »

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Ford Tempo 1990


While idling the car stalls, I have replaced the TPS, thermostat and safety neutral switch, but it continues to stall at idle. Read more »

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Help: Replacing Rotors and pads: Taurus 2002 SES


Greetings! Regarding my Ford Taurus 2002 SES sedan. I'm about to replace the front rotors and pads. as well as the rear shoes only. I've watched some videos on the process. I'm at 90K miles this will... Read more »

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Windstar Radio and sliding doors have stopped working help


Hello. I have a 1999 Windstar SEL. While I was trying to install a flip down dvd player I crossed a wire and now my factory radio and sliding doors have stopped working. I looked at the normal radio... Read more »

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FORD FACTORY MANUALS ON CD ROM.


Ford Factory Repair Manuals On Cd That Never Expire www.repairmanualworld.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We are the industry's #1 supplier Ford, ... Read more »

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Phil Edmonstons Lemon-aid Guide for used trucks and 4x4's


The Explorer got quite the write-up in Phil Edmonstons Guide. For those unfamiliar, Phil Edmonston has been writing these annual guides to buying cars for many years and is known to pull no punches w... Read more »

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Ford Explorer Ignition wires/plugs Question


Hello all, Yesterday I stopped by the dealership and talked with one of the lead mechanics about my 93 Explorer. What I talked to him about was that me and a friend pulled the left cylender head o... Read more »

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JD Powers Survey

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Lexus keeps J.D. Power dependability crown Porsche, Hyundai improve By Gail Kachadourian Automotive News / June 29, 2005 Nameplate Ranking Problems per 100 Vehicles Lexus139 Porsche149 Lincoln151 Bui... Read more »

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How to remove crankshaft damper bolt?


I'm replacing the water pump on 1993 Escort 1.9L engine. I'm following the Haynes manual procedure. I'm to the point of needing to remove the crankshaft damper. The manual says to remove the flywh... Read more »