One of the most common automotive problems is an exhaust leak. Leaking exhaust can be loud, smelly, and (depending on where the leak is coming from) dangerous. If your Ford Crown Victoria has a leaking exhaust system, it should not be ignored. Leaking Exhaust Symptoms: Ford Crown Victoria A leaking exhaust system affects … Read more
Experiencing an engine rattle in your Ford Crown Victoria can be quite concerning, but fear not! This is a common issue faced by many Crown Victoria owners, and understanding the possible causes can have you on your way to a smooth-running engine in no time. In this article, we’ll explore the most common reasons a … Read more
Are you worried about your Ford Crown Victoria’s transmission slipping? Transmission slipping can be a serious problem, potentially leaving your Crown Victoria inoperable if not addressed promptly. It’s crucial to understand what’s causing this issue and how to diagnose and fix it before it escalates into lasting damage. Various factors can contribute to your car’s … Read more
Extreme weather can be very difficult on your Ford Crown Victoria. If there is an issue it often make itself known when conditions are at their worst. When it’s extremely hot. it’s the cooling system that is put to the test. In the winter, the vehicle won’t start when it is cold. There are … Read more
A bad timing belt or timing chain can be a serious issue. If it jumps a tooth or breaks entirely, it can lead to permanent engine damage. Knowing the symptoms of a bad timing belt or chain is vital so this doesn’t happen to your Ford Crown Victoria. Timing belts are made out of rubber … Read more
There are a few easy to fix reasons why your Ford Crown Victoria’s key might get stuck in the ignition. It’s often easy to unstick the key. Whatever you do, don’t start trying to rip it out of the ignition. That can cause bigger problems. This article is written with the assumption that your key … Read more
If your Ford Crown Victoria’s steering wheel is hard to turn, it’s almost always going to be caused by an issue with the power steering system. But there can be other causes as well. Your car’s power steering system is responsible for taking energy from the engine, converting it to hydraulic pressure, and using that … Read more
A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Ford Crown Victoria) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Crown Victoria’s engine is burning oil. The … Read more
If your Ford Crown Victoria is experiencing a whining noise, determining where and when the noise is happening is coming from is key to diagnosing and tracking down the cause. With that in mind, this page is divided by when you hear the whining noise and common causes under those conditions. Is the whining … Read more
When you start your Ford Crown Victoria, the airbag module runs a self-diagnostic check on all its major systems. If any of these checks fail, you will see an airbag warning light on the dashboard. Depending on the model year and what country you happen to be in, you may get something along the lines … Read more