Ford Fusion: Door Ajar Warning Stays On

  Your Ford Fusion’s door ajar message can help you get a door all the way closed when you otherwise wouldn’t notice when it was open.  Over the life of the vehicle, it is possible for the door ajar warning to stay on even when the doors are, in fact, not ajar.   The door … Read more

Ford Fusion Transmission Overheating: Causes and Diagnosis

Transmissions are an integral part of any vehicle, and overheating can lead to costly repairs or even permanent damage. Ford Fusion owners should be aware of the common symptoms and causes of transmission overheating to prevent potential issues and ensure their trucks remain strong and reliable. In this article, we will discuss the common causes … Read more

Ford Fusion: SRS On Diagnosis

  When you start your Ford Fusion, the OBD-II system runs a self diagnostic check on all major systems.  If any of these checks fail, you will see a diagnostic warning light on the dash for the corresponding system.  When the SRS system fails this check, you’ll see the SRS light.  SRS stands for supplemental … Read more

Ford Fusion P1000: OBD Readiness Test Not Complete

P1000 is a manufacturer specific trouble code.  In the case of Ford vehicles manufactured by Ford (including the Ford Fusion), it indicates that the OBD-II monitor testing has not been completed.  This often occurs when the trouble codes have been reset, or the battery has been disconnected/replaced. Auto manufacturers are required to have their OBD-II … Read more

Ford Fusion Radiator Leak: Symptoms, Causes, Fix

A leaking radiator in a Ford Fusion can cause your vehicle to overheat, potentially leading to costly engine damage, such as a blown head gasket or a cracked head. If the radiator of your Ford Fusion is leaking, it is important to address the issue promptly to avoid expensive repairs. Identifying the symptoms of a … Read more

Ford Fusion Leaking Heater Core Diagnosis

One of the most common problems that can happen to a vehicle is a heater core leak.  If your Ford Fusion has a leaking heater core, it is not a breakdown risk.  Although, it is necessary to make sure that the lost coolant is replaced.  It can cause damage to the vehicle in other ways, … Read more

Ford Fusion Bad Starter → Symptoms & Diagnosis

  One of the most common problems that can occur in the life of a vehicle is a bad starter, that includes the Ford Fusion.  It is important to determine whether or not it’s a bad starter that is keeping the vehicle from turning over. If your Fusion is not starting, don’t assume right away … Read more

Ford Fusion: P0720 → OSS Circuit → Malfunction

P0720 is a generic OBD II trouble code, which means that it has the same meaning for your Ford Fusion as it would any other vehicle.  It indicates that your Fusion’s OSS (Output Shaft Speed Sensor) is reporting a malfunction. It’s typically caused by a bad OSS, or a wiring problem. The OSS works by … Read more

Ford Fusion P0520: Oil Pressure Switch/Sensor → Circuit

  P0520 is a common OBD2 trouble code.  It’s generic, which means that it has the same meaning for the Ford Fusion as it would any other vehicle.  P0520 indicates that the oil pressure sensor is operating outside of its normal “range”.  It is typically caused by a bad oil pressure sensor switch or a … Read more

Ford Fusion P0108:  MAP Barometric Sensor → High Input 

  P0108 is a generic OBD-II trouble code.  It indicates your Ford Fusion’s MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor’s voltage reading is outside of the normal operating range.  The voltage is too high.  It’s most commonly caused by a bad MAP sensor, wiring issue, or vacuum leak. The MAP sensor measures the air pressure coming into … Read more