Ford
2019 Ford F-150
Dear Doctor: Have you been behind the wheel of the new Ford F-150 pickup? I’m wondering if you have an opinion on it. John Dear John: I was never a fan of Ford trucks. It’s no secret I’ve been a … Continue reading
2019 Ford EcoSport
Dear Doctor: What is the Ford EcoSport? Have you test-drive it? Angie Dear Angie: It’s a small crossover utility vehicle. I drove the all-wheel drive EcoSport powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 166 horsepower via a six-speed automatic. … Continue reading
Use Quality Parts for Ford Super Duty Brakes
Dear Doctor: I’m 74 years old and have always done the brake jobs on all my vehicles. I have a 2005 Ford F-250 Super Duty gas engine truck with 50,000 miles. I replaced the brake calipers after they locked up. … Continue reading
Why are My Headlights Dim? Find out with Voltage Test
Dear Doctor: I have a 2009 Ram 1500 pickup truck with 79,000 miles. Recently, when I have the low beams on and put on the high beams, all the lights go out, even the fog lights. Is this a switch … Continue reading
Some Transmissions are Designed for Spirited Driving
Dear Doctor: I’m the original owner of a 2016 Volkswagen Passat SEL with a V-6 engine and the DSG transmission. From day one, the car has shuddered when slowing down for a stop. The service manager test-drove the sedan with … Continue reading
Squealing Noise Getting the Neighbors Attention
Dear Doctor: The right rear wheel of my 2005 Toyota Camry is making a scraping sound when driving forward, but not in reverse. My mechanic replaced the rotor with a high-grade ceramic pad, and replaced the rear calipers as … Continue reading
Owner’s Transmission Needs Factory Overhaul
Dear Doctor: My daughter has a 2013 Ford Focus with 33,000 miles. She was driving in traffic when an indicator message said the transmission was overheating and to pull over immediately, so she did and had it towed to the … Continue reading