Damage Control: Spark Plug Removal Techniques On Ford Modular Engines
The problem of removing spark plugs from various Ford Modular engines lies with excessive carbon buildup on the plugs, especially on engines that have gone beyond an OEM-recommended replacement interval. This can cause a plug to break in the chamber during its removal, creating stress on the tech and additional labor time to remove the damaged component.
Federated Member KOI Auto Parts To Host Annual Cavalcade Of Customs
KOI Auto Parts and Federated Auto Parts are teaming up again to host the 53rd annual Cavalcade of Customs and Training Expo in Cincinnati, OH. The annual extravaganza is scheduled for Jan. 11-13 at the Duke Energy Convention Center.
Tech Tip: Water Intrusion From A/C Drain May Cause DTCs On Ford SUVs
A DTC may appear on some 2006-’10 Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer and 2007-’10 Explorer Sport Trac vehicles due to water traveling down from the A/C drain into the solenoid body connector on the left side of the transmission.
Cylinder Head Oil Leak Or Weepage Found On Some 4.6L And 5.4L Engines
Some vehicles equipped with the Romeo 4.6L 2V engine or 5.4L 2V Windsor and 5.4L Supercharged engine may exhibit an oil leak or oil weepage from the cylinder head gasket at the right-hand rear or the left-hand front of the engine.
This Ford F-250 Super Duty Was a Super Headache
Recently, one of our technicians was having trouble replacing the spark plugs on a 5.4L 3-valve engine that was in a 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty. Even though he followed the updated service procedure, a couple of the plugs separated upon removal.
FordParts.com and Ford Customer Service Division Launch Second-Annual ‘Trap the Raptor’ Sweepstakes
Ford Customer Service Division (FCSD) and FordParts.com are giving their fans and customers a chance to put a brand-new 2013 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor in their driveway by showing off their parts knowledge in the 2012 FordParts.com “Trap the Raptor” sweepstakes.
Federated Member KOI Auto Parts to Host Annual Cavalcade of Customs
KOI Auto Parts and Federated Auto Parts will once again present the 2012 Cavalcade of Customs and Training Expo in Cincinnati, OH. The annual event, marking its 52nd anniversary, is scheduled to take place January 13-15 at the Duke Energy Convention Center.
Ford Tech Tip: Steering Wander on E-Series Vans
Some 2008-2010 E-Series 150-350 vehicles built on or before 11/30/2009 may exhibit steering wander or free play. Several factors may contribute to steering wander or free play condition and are addressed in this Tech Tip.
Tasca Funny Car Sports Lucky FordParts.com Body In Norwalk As Online Parts Store Reaches First Anniversary
FordParts.com, the intuitive, consumer-friendly website that puts the customer in control by providing all the information required to make informed buying decisions, celebrates its one-year anniversary this month.
Ford Reflash Tech Tip: PC Settings
So, you’ve just finished up a Ford, and you’re about to try and start it up. However, it needs programmed. You’ve decided to use a J2534 tool, but there are certain things you’ll need to consider before purchasing that subscription at www.motorcraftservice.com.