Car troubleshooting Ford Taurus 1 and 2

Engine Diagnostics
1. Engine won't crank when trying to start it 1. The battery terminals are oxidized or not connected. Check battery wires. Get tight contact, clean them if necessary. 2....

Diagnostics of the electrical equipment of the engine
16. The battery does not hold a charge (reduced power) 1. There is a defect in the alternator drive belt or it is not adjusted ( Chapter 1 ). 2. Low electrolyte level or...

Fuel system diagnostics
19. Excessive fuel consumption 1. Dirty or clogged air filter elements ( Chapter 1 ). 2. Ignition timing incorrectly set ( chapter 5 ). 3. The system for dumping excess...

Cooling system diagnostics
21. Overheating 1. Not enough coolant in the system ( Chapter 1 ). 2. Water pump drive belt is torn or incorrectly installed ( Chapter 1 ). 3. The radiator core is...

Clutch Diagnostics
27. The pedal does not rise (does not return to its original position after being pressed to the stop) 1. Broken cable ( chapter 8 ). 2. Damaged or damp disc clutch (...

Diagnosis of a manual transmission
32. Noise in neutral with engine running 1. Gearbox input shaft bearing worn. 2. Damaged input shaft bearing. 3. Worn intermediate shaft bearings. 4. Worn or damaged...

Automatic transmission diagnostics
Note, due to the complexity of the automatic transmission assembly, it is difficult to correctly diagnose and fix a breakdown. If any problem occurs that is not listed...

Axial drives and CV joints
42. Knocks when spinning Worn or damaged outer CV joint. Look for broken or damaged seals. Carry out the necessary procedures ( chapter 8 ). 43. Knocking or clanging...

Brake Diagnostics
Note: before applying the brakes, make sure that the wheel tires are in working order and the tires are inflated ( see chapter 1 ), the vehicle is level and the load is...

Suspension and steering diagnostics
53. Car pulls to one side 1. Weakly inflated tires. 2. Tires are defective. 3. Strong wear of suspension or steering elements. 4. Front wheels require camber adjustment....