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    No heat at idle, 3.0l no aux coolant pump

    I am having the same symptoms of a failed aux coolant pump, no heat at idle works when running. Tried running DATC test with car runing- Off,DEF then Auto but test does not run. Any thoughts on where to look next? T.I.A.
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    Are ABS codes stored if light goes out

    I was driving the car and abs would kick in every time I steped on brake. The ABS and Traction control light came on. After driving a little further both lights went but brake problem still occurs. Will a code be stored when I bring the car in? Im guessing its a bad speed sensor. Thank You for...
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    Removing visor screw cover

    I am trying to remove the right hand mounting screws for pass side visor Gen 2. I read that the cover can be pryed off with a small flat tip screwdriver. Im having no luck. Whats the secret to removing this cover? T.I.A
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    Visteon coils available for 3L gen 2 again

    Visteon coils are avail for the 3L gen 2 on Amazon again. $27.5 plus ship.
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    Windshield washer fluid pump relay?

    Sprayer working intermitantly. Changed pump because it seemed to be heat related. Is there a relay for motor and if so can you tell me what # and location(engine bay/kick panel) I would swap relay before condemming multifunction switch. Thank You for any help.
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    How to remove rear pillar cover?

    I am trying to remove the rear pillar cover due to the defroster wire terminal becoming detactched. I am unable to remove the botom of the pillar cover, Id like to be able to slide it down seat belt to get it out of the way. Whats the trick to unsnapping the bottom of the cover? Thanks in...
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    Headlight switch bulb source

    My headlight switch bulb burned out. Do you have to go to dealer for the assembly or does the bulb pull out of the holder? Tried gently to pull on bulb but does not want to come out. Thank you for any help
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    Steering column maint.

    I would like to remove the upper steering column covers in order to clean and lubricate. Do I remove the woood trim, the instrument panel trim and then remove the screws in the bottom steering column cover? Do these screws also hold the upper cover on? Thank you for any advice in this matter...
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    Coolant temp sensor failing=rough idle?

    After getting the IMTV O ring's changed I still have what I consider a rough idle when cold. When car comes up to operating temp idle is perfect. Mech seems to think the coolant sensor could be bad at the low end. Would something like this affect the idle when cold. Plugs, coils, PCV ect are all...
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    Shift solenoid and Pcm reflash

    Had new Shift solenoid installed (275.00 from Tasca) and PCM reflashed from dealer (75.00). My shop was able to do install (3 hours labor). Car runs and shifts like new. I had the intermittent bang when going into reverse and also a horrible down shift at 1100 rpm (2nd to 1st ? ). Really got...
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    Intake manifold tuning valve vacuum leak causing missfires?

    Car running rough at idle until reaching operating temp. Finally check engine light and off to shop. Mech said there was a vacuum leak from one of the IMT valves. Sealed the valve to manifold using that black caulk (Sorry dont know correct name of product). How can there be vacuum on these...
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    5r55s solenoid asmby part # and price

    Tasca.com P/N 9L2Z-7G391-A $277.54 + shipping
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    Troubleshooting rear window defogger/defroster

    My rear window niether defrosts or defogs. I looked under rear seat and speaker deck for connectors but saw none. Where do I begin to check for power? I've had the interior apart and am wondering if I left a connector undone. Thank You for any advise
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    Ford stoped producing brake booster hose

    I have replaced most hoses on engine and got around to ordering brake booster and manifold fuel vacuum hoses. After 1 month of trying to find one Tasca says that none exist and there is no restock date. Hose has built in check valve so can't be replaced with straight tubing. Might go to junk...
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    Dyeing seats and plastic interior parts

    Has anybody had any long term sucsess with dyeing interior parts? The bolster on my seat is shot and the black plastic parts turned purple due to the sun. Does the dye last a couple of years or is it time for seat covers. Is there any aftermarket company that makes the leather covers other than...
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    Window loose when down and door closed

    If I close my pass. side door with the window down the window is loose. Would this be the regulator? Can I take off the sheet metal cover on the door itself to look without disturbing anything. Thank You for any help.
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    3.0L intake manifold hose question

    Does anybody know what the two inboard hoses (closest to the firewall) off the upper intake manifold are called. One is 5/8" and the other looks like 3/4". Im trying to track down replacements but the Tasca website doesn't show them under the Fuel or the Coolant system drawings. Thank You for...
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    Dashboard squeaks and rattles fix

    My dash had a squeak and rattle in the pass side corner. After much trial and error I found that the foam rubber that covers the dash under the defrost grill had degraded/compressed so the grill was loose. I pulled the foam rubber back where it meets the window and put in some foam w/p strips...
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    Removing defroster grill

    Is it possible to remove the defroster grill without damaging it. I have the pillars removed. Does it just snap out starting on the sides? I have an annoying rattle by by the pass. side vent. Thank You for any advise in this matter.
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    Troubleshooting open door/trunk indication

    I recently removed and reinstalled the back seat cushion. I then removed the trunk lining and plastic molding across rear. I now have open door/ trunk indication. Is there a way to check the switches? Everything else works fine, no chime going off just the indicator light. Are the door switches...
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