The 2026 Ford ownership experience is no longer just about following a standard maintenance schedule; it’s about anticipating specific, model-year vulnerabilities that are now under the microscope.

Your oxygen (O2) sensors are small but mighty — they help your engine run efficiently, cut emissions, and prevent costly damage. With the right OBD-II scanner and a bit of know-how, you can decode ...

The check engine light has always been a bit of a gamble.Sometimes it’s a loose gas cap.Other times, it’s a four-figure ...

The average age of all vehicles on the road is rising, as are their ensuing repair costs. Today’s cars, trucks and SUVs are loaded with technology, none the least of which is an onboard diagnostic ...

Dashboard symbols in modern cars are designed to inform drivers about the vehicle’s status, safety systems and possible mechanical issues through the instrument cluster. While some icons indicate that ...

It’s the moment every car owner dreads, especially those of us who own older, out-of-warranty cars: The check engine light pops on. Keep a vehicle long enough, and it’s bound to happen. It happened to ...

Ah, CHECK ENGINE light confessions....we all have 'em! Let’s be honest — the check engine light is the most ignored thing in New Jersey besides speed limit signs. It comes on, we glance at it, and ...

The P0118 code means that the engine control module (ECM) has detected a voltage signal that’s too high from the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor (below). In practical terms, the ECM believes ...

When the check engine light comes on, it always grabs your attention. It’s designed to alert you that something isn’t right under the hood, but that doesn’t always mean it’s time to panic. Some causes ...

Modern vehicles are equipped with advanced diagnostic systems designed to alert drivers to potential issues before they become serious problems. For Mitsubishi owners, understanding these diagnostics ...

Most of us expect that a check engine light is no big deal when it comes on within the first 20k miles. It might mean a loose gas cap or a fussy sensor. That’s what makes what happened to Nick Godfrey ...

The problem: Manufacturing defects with internal components can cause engine damage and, potentially, failure. The fix: Dealerships will inspect the engine and, as necessary, repair or replace the ...