Q: Does the defroster use the air conditioning system in my 2012 Ford Escape

There are many owner complaints that the leather covered dash has started to bubble and delaminate. However, you will most likely not see a recall as it does not present a safety issue. If you contact the dealer or manufacturer...

This is an easy question to answer since wiper blade size is tied to the original equipment manufacturers (OEM) specification for blades that clean the most surface area on the windshield with each cycle of pass from side to side....

If the light is still on, then it may still have a problem that is still there. I recommend having the ECM scanned (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-i-look-up-what-different-codes-mean) and the codes received should be diagnosed. The code may be the only tool for an...

The first thing is to duplicate the problem with a mechanic because they cannot fix what they cannot hear. Most mechanics want to verify a problem, so they can see if the problem is fixable. The noise is most likely...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. Maximum fuel economy is typically in the 45-65 MPH range. Above 65 MPH, fuel economy falls off dramatically due to wind resistance. Below 45 MPH, engine gearing is not conducive to maximum efficiency but...

Hi there. The clicking noise in the right front may be, any number of possibilities. A loose wheel (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/tighten-wheel-lug-nuts), a wheel bearing going bad (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-bearings-replacement), possible brake pad movement, resulting from poor fitting pads (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/brake-pads-replacement), a worn axle shaft cv...

Hi there. From the description you have provided, leads me to believe, there may be air trapped in the cooling system. Bleeding the cooling system can be difficult. A cooling system flush (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/cooling-system-flush) could resolve this issue. The white-greyish smoke...

Hi there. It's very possible that the source of your non-starting problem is not related to the oil pressure sensor. In most cases, when this occurs, it's caused by a faulty crankshaft position sensor or other ignition timing component. It...

Just by replacing a battery cannot damage the brakes in any way unless the battery cables were accidently hooked up backwards. If a battery was hooked up backwards then the systems and fuses can be burned out or damaged. This...