I Was Wrong About Ford
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- I Was Wrong About Ford, DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. New and used Ford car review. A serious problem with many Ford engines. Here's why Ford isn't reliable anymore. Are Ford cars and trucks any good? Is Ford worth it? Should I Buy a Ford? The truth about Ford. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 52 years.
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Scotty what do you think about the new pickup truck that Tesla made called the Cyber truck
Live free or die. Freedom for palestine 🇵🇸
Scotty, earlier today I burned the clutch pretty hard on my manual 2017 Subaru cross trek, the burnt clutch smell has been lingering ever since. when I turn on the vents inside I can smell the clutch smell and when I pop the hood it’s also really strong. Any ideas? Thanks.
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I have a 2015 Explorer with the V6 Ecoboost with 141k on it. I always run synthetic oil and flush the cooling system every year and I change the thermostat every 2 years. I wonder if the EB has the same setup?
Dang it. Guess I’m getting a ‘94 celica with a 5 speed manual
Jay Mac good choice
They don't make manual transmissions
Andrew Smith uncle joe, go back to bed. You forgot to take your pills this morning
@@bammargera8643 wtf? Eww. Effing snowflake term came from Hitler and his shenanigans. You are on point. TRUMP THEIR ACES.
@@Jaymac720 LMFAO
Since watching Scotty I've sold all my cars...they terrify me!
I need a suv but having anxiety. I'm m learning so much.
Lls
😁 😁 😁 😁 Yet Scotty won't manufacture any car.
Scotty for President!
No more electric vehicles!
If I wasn’t in a hurry I’d get a horse and buggy.
Fewer parts
The water pump is probably designed to fail right after the warranty expires.
True..
And if you get the pump replaced with a oem water pump, it is only covered for 90 days... Absolutely ridiculous.
Tony32 if it was it be put in more vehicles ,but fords not like that. Cough Cough GM
Wrong. They arent failing. He wasnt even clear on the engine. 3.5L /3.7L cyclone V6. Owned 2 Edge's in last 10yrs. Both perfectly reliable & high resale.
Question from a novice. Are they somehow truly made to purposely fail? Or are they just cheaply made and they know that so they do their best with the crap they are given?
I’m not saying there isn’t a flawed design, but just saying my 2007 Ford Edge has 295,000 miles and still runs and I’ve never had this issue.
Do tou still have it?
Me to 285k and running strong... just got 23mpg
That’s awesome 🎉💪🏿! I hope I can get mines to last that long lol
That Ford lawsuit being dismissed reminds of words in a old Stones song.
"Judge and jury walking out hand in hand".
@@miketonon7946 Ok Louis Farakhan
Casino Boogie is one HELL of a banger- excellent reference!
I can see it now. People trying to sell their used ford with the words ( Only needs a water pump ) in the description. Lol
Haha
Yep
Every vehicle manufacturer should consult with Scotty first before introducing anything new.
I bought my 2007 Ford Edge SE in 2013 with 43K miles on it with one owner. Aside from normal maintenance, this car has been solid and reliable. I'm on 160K right now, but watching this video just scared me knowing that the water pump is inside the engine 😳! I pray I don't get jinxed because I have a lot of respect for my Edge; it's been a good boy!
Sell it now!!! My water pump went out at 162k...$3k to fix
I paid 2000 for my water pump on 2010 ford edge its awful but I do love my edge.
Need to flush the coolant and replace with new. I've done mine with Amsoil coolant and it's all good. We have a 2010 Edge Limited that now has 178K. Never had issue with water pump...
I got a Ford commercial watching this 😂
@benz merc true
Ive gotten a Silverado commercial also lol and a preowned Cadillac one too hehe
@@konstantindufnik696 ya it should have that on the old ones not newer ones
Why do these engineers try to keep reinventing the wheel?
Peter L their just pulling the fuse on a grenade
Peter L if you make cars to last longer the manufacturers figure they have make repairs and parts rediculousy expensive, we had a customer come in with 2015 Ford F-250 platinum and just to replace the muffler was $2800.00 and that was not on.! another stupid ford idea was a rusted oil pan well the pan straddles the front axil on another F 250 the pan costs $176.00 oem but costs $5200.00 to have it installed Ford says you have to jack the front of the truck up but You also have to drop and disconnect the front axil from the truck and lower the axil from the truck. 😕😟😤😠
LOL
john sadar and scotty is telling us to buy a ford lol
Job security lol
Yup I do a lot of these water pumps under warranty. Pretty easy to do once the timing covers off. 😅
I own a 2012 Taurus SHO with the twin turbo 3.5L. I have never had any issues with it, and it is quite reliable. Has 145,000 miles on the clock.
If I see a V6 Ford just ask, "where is the 💧 water pump? " 😲😵😱 " Inside the engine, driven by the timing chain!!!!!!! 😱"
That's what I'm going to do with every car i buy for now
Cringe..
My 20 year old Corolla still has the original water pump, its driven outside the engine by the serpentine aka fan, aka drivebelt, and it takes approximately a half hour to replace. Im happy
I've heard about those water pumps from hell, it takes me about 30 to 45 mins to change out my water pump on my 08 Crown Vic, so easy and simple
Probably a 4.6 Modular V8.
@Stonewall Jackson 4.6L
Good to see fellow CV owner. (Mines a 2010 CVPI)
@Stonewall Jackson 4.6L SOHC V8
@@MTFOphantom cool
This isn't Ford's doing, but the 2007 model year Edges are under recall for Takata airbags. Most of us by now are familiar with that. If you aren't, the airbags can explode too forcefully and shoot out metal fragments that can injure or kill drivers or passengers. It isn't just Ford either. Many other early to late 2000 model year cars have the same recall, Honda being a bigger concern.
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I have one of those ford engines with the waterpump inside the engine. Once I learned this, I was very disappointed. The replacement task/labor is ridiculous.
Most Manufacturers like Ford, does crap like that to profit off repairs. That’s criminal!
sadly most companies do that ,even Toyota is not immune, remember the Toyota pickups Scotty complains about where they put the starter at. :/
What are you talking about? If you'd just change your coolant with OE spec coolant, torque your spark plugs correctly and change them at the regular intervals, while applying $10,000 worth of aftermarket repairs, you'd have a reliable vehicle!
Wow, it's like, companies intentionally use scummy practices because they can get away with it and some idiots will always defend them!
Ford..of dual clutch transmission fame.
Marc Milton-Talbot Yep,, I checked VIN number on my Focus and transmission was changed 4 times prior to my last one which was under warranty $4500 for trany completely free...At least Ford stands behind their warranties and they fix it for free...
Scotty comes right out and says it like it is! *"The Michigan judge is crooked!"*
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t4705mb6 oh that's a shocker
That sounds like it was designed to fail quickly
they planned it that way.
and inconveniently
Get a 1990s GM car with the 3800 engine.
"X amount of miles on my 2009. No issues at all. engine replaced after 6 months but had no issues"
@@mengx94 it's fine bro just replace the engine and there's no problems
Stupid engineers. What were they thinking. SMH😳
They're designers so their focus is on assembling things. They apparently don't care how much of a PITA it might be to disassemble something.
Engineers were thinking, "Scotty won't be able to fix this in hurry. ^^
In fact they're smart because they're looking for profit
I’m waiting for the horse laugh!
Same
When Toyota redesigned the Corolla for 2020, they went to an Electronic Parking Brake replacing the old fashioned brake found in the older model
An aside to this: The water pumps often fail on the 3.5 liter V6 engines up to model year 2011. The later build date 11s and all 12s and later have an updated part that supposedly lasts the life of the vehicle, though the design remains the same. A relative has a very late build date 2011 Explorer with 230,000 miles and it's on the original water pump.
Next video: don't buy a car...
Video after that: buy a car
That pump usually last around 250,000 miles and that engine has a rated service life of 500,000 miles. One of the best engines on the road, that's why it's in a lot of First Responders vehicles.
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so at 250k miles my engine might be toast all because of faulty design? My Ford Aerostar has 242k I expect it to go alot farther than 250k
People are so sleep on ford edge
My 2014 Taurus water pump failed at 75,000 miles, I took very good care of the car expecting it to last for a very long time and that didn't worked. A design flaw can't be fixed with preventive maintenance, the water pump is going to fail sooner or later and in the worst cases could destroy the engine like happened to me.
Rarely fail on these engines
The car manufacturers are upping the game. They'd do anything to prevent the owner from working on his car and keeping it long-term.
Ford's horrible design was more than likely intentional
Exploding Pintos.
I think they still make decent V8s and diesels at least. Eventhough some Coyote 5.0s had oil related problems.
Just like the boondagled Cadillac Northstar motor.
@@freddieh5539 Remember the exploding Pinto in the old movie, Top Secret?
Like the 2002 ford exploder 4.0 v6. Horrible engine
The Ford vehicles like the Edge (with the 3.5L and AWD) have more service design issues that just the water pump: the driveshaft assembly is one piece (even aftermarket; cost me $1,100 to replace because of a failing center bearing...) and the non-serviceable AWD transfer case (between $2k-$3k to replace when it fails).
Such junk! The 2017-2019 escapes have a very similar issue with getting coolant into the engine! My 2017 escape with 35k miles is having transmission issues, Ford is telling me the whole transmission needs to be replaced and they have 5 other escapes ahead of me with the same issue ! And they have had it for over a month, we have 7 months left on the lease. I’ve reached out to ford corporate and have requested they terminate the lease immediately and take the car back! So done with American cars, Toyota or Lexus for me!
Very smart thats the only way to go
@henree simp and make Scotty a proud man
JeffreyRandell omg fr?! My 16 escape has 120,000 miles. I’m so sorry you’ve had this problem. I feel like all cars except Toyota’s are hit or mis today.
Roth Ethan yes it’s such a disappointment, we’ve had so many issues with this escape and we take extremely good care of it.
JeffreyRandell that makes me so sad. I put a lot of miles on all of my vehicles (which I have 6) although; my escape has been very good to me. I love it! Although I have a freind with an escape who has had an issue or two with their escape.
"Hey Ralph, where should we put the water pump? Norton my boy, let's put it in the timing chain compartment so you don't have to pay for a belt to drive it. Ralph, you're a genius!"
Gandoff2000,
I hope you don't think anyone watching this, other than you and me, knows who Ralph and Norton are. ;-)
Yep that happened to my wife's 2011 Edge it fried the engine spent $4k replacing it
I will make you feel better...97 Ford Taurus...new transmission...around $3000 CAD....then a few years later second V6 engine...$2500...and it was a used engine...parts and labour. This DOES NOT count all other repairs the car needed. I actually thank Ford for my ford experience...between GM and FORD, they cured me to Toyota. Owning Toyota was the most brilliant move i ever made in my life. I kid you not...Toyota builds a great product. The quality is lite years ahead of GM and FORD And well every auto maker.
@@mikefoehr235 you picked the wrong ford. Although those v6 usually lasts though
@@richsweeney1115 Ford sucks...end of story.
This ford design was done for packaging. They had to make the engine fit under the hood. The F150 3.7L has an external water pump like it should.
Hey Woodstock Dave, that seems to make sense because everything is packed so tight in the engine bay of my 2012 Fusion 3.5L V6. Internal water pump.
Is the 2014 Edge the same design?
@@cherylwaters6738 if it's the 3.5L V6 yes. 4 cyl no.
thanks for the reply
There was also a lawsuit on the bad transmission in the Ford Focus. Ford knew it was a bad transmission, but kept selling it anyways
Yes, the ford 3.5 in particular. Even if the water pump doesn't leak, it's very expensive to replace because top of the engine has to come apart. A bleeder hole is supposed to take leaked coolant outside the engine, but frequently enough that fails to work as designed.
Dealers make at least 50% of their income from repairs.
hello hun that’s correct remember when Ford’s commercial used to say ford quality is job 1
Mechanics make 100% of their income from repairs 😲
Fix or repair daily
I have a 2009 Fusion with a rubber timing belt. I have no idea why Ford decided to put a belt into a V6 engine that's built with the chains! It currently has 74k miles and I'm really hoping it lasts for some time before something happens to it.
My ford taurus have a damn timing chain on the water pump when I found that out I was mad
Have 2010 Taurus. That exactly what happened.lucky for me i bought the extended warranty .dealer had car a week .it leeked into the engine..engine had to be pulled out and cleaned along with replacing the water pump. It now has been working for a couple years.
2001 Pontiac 2.4 had similiar. Local mechanic replaced water pump for a little less than $500.
Pump was 16 years old and caught it early.
The only car I want to buy is a Model T.
Hey Scotty I’m an old jet aircraft mechanic turned airline captain and for my money your the best car expert out there. Thanks for keeping us informed.
How do you know if someone is a pilot?
Seriously though, what did that have to do with the price of tea in China?!?! 😂
I see your point scotty and agree but as a ford tech these water pumps do not go out very often it's not a common failure or a common failure on the engine they shouldn't of done that but they did just buy a 8 cyl from ford it's the best engine they make 5.0 6.2 idk anything about the 7.3 in the real world the 4cyl a great but leak and have to re gasket timing covers oil pans on those damn thinks every 30k-60k other than that there 4cyl are pretty good and if you want long term vehicle dont go EcoBoost period they dont do well passed 150k
Why? All I want to know is why would they design it like that?
True on checking prices, the Volvo dealer here has very fair prices compared to some of the parts stores. Also they will answer your questions and give you a time quote for the job that will give you a good idea on how involved it is to DIY.
Now do "I was wrong about Toyota."
He already did
He must be getting paid by Toyota to always be so biased in his support of them
Hunter Hobbs he made a few videos dissing Toyota
@@tharasian3785 like one video. Toyota has come out with junk just like everybody else but that doesnt stop him from praising them
@@hunterhobbs4374 Just search "scotty kilmer toyota" and you will see his reality check videos about the brand!
Someone here in Georgia had the pump go out and it cost $8100 cause they basically had to rebuild the engine. It's the duratech 3.7 and 3.5 without turbo engines. There were in the Edge, Taurus, Explorer, and F-150.
Wow, thanks for the info Scotty. I was looking to buy a Taurus but knowing this I think I'll skip it.
Great large sedan alternatives are the 2009-2012 Toyota Avalon / Lexus ES350, and the 2002+ Ford Panther platform (excluding the Marauder). Both are very reliable and simple to maintain. The Panther platform is cheaper, but has three weaknesses:
1. The RWD isn't good in harsh wintry climates
2. If you have young kids in the car, after lowering the windows slightly to prevent heat issues, turn off the accessories so they can't accidentally raise a window when leaning against the rocker switch on the door
3. If you have engine misfiring, fix it fast to save the catalytic convertor
Ford designed an internal water pump driven off the timing chain? Water pump gasket fails and catastrophically destroys the engine? Replacement is booked at nearly 12 hours?That’s crazy! Where’d they get that weird idea? Dodge (Mitsubishi) 2.7 L V6 2000-present!
You prevented me from making a huge mistake. Thank you.
Even bigger mistake: Buying an expensive gas-powered car. TH-cam search "Tony Seba robin hood conference" to see a half-hour presentation explaining in detail why. For most people, the best option is an under-$15k (or ideally under-$10k) used car. A 2009-12 Avalon or ES350 is a fantastic and reliable large sedan alternative. A 2002+ Panther body (except for Marauder) is a great Ford large sedan platform with low and simple maintenance, and is cheaper than the Avalon/ES. Only three weaknesses:
1. The RWD isn't good in harsh wintry climates
2. If you have young kids in the car, after lowering the windows slightly to prevent heat issues, turn off the accessories so they can't accidentally raise a window when leaning against the rocker switch on the door
3. If you have engine misfiring, fix it fast to save the catalytic convertor
Me too
You mean buying a ford.
Already bought one. Too late. Financed too. Even worse!
@@thunderspence8183 What he fails to mention is most of these V6 engines go 200-300 miles before any problems. I've owned 3 edges with that engine and never a problem, just don't drive the crap out of it and you'll be fine....everyone has an opinion about everything, enjoy your car!!!
I'm pretty sure the chevy ecotec 2.2's are like that too I believe
Great idea ford. Put the water pump where it can leak into the oil. Gee it’s a good thing that water pumps last the life of the car🤥🤥🤥.
I was looking at a newer model Explorer I hope this water pump issue doesn't effect that vehicle. I'll just have to do a bit more research
You forgot to mention the heated tail gate feature in fords. That way your hands won't freeze when you are pushing it back to the dealership.
The water pump labor was part of the reason I skipped out on purchasing a Taurus SHO or Fusion Sport. Amazing cars, love their power, but man does the planned obsolescence scheme turn me off.
Yes, I had one of these engines. I didn't realize it when I bought the vehicle, but I soon sold it and bought a vehicle with an external water pump.
I'm thinking maybe you are missing something here. Maybe having the pump enclosed behind the timing cover makes the pump last the life of the car. Maybe it prevents the seal from drying out or whatever....
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keep the coolant fresh and you should not have a problem with that water pump , coolant lubricates the water pump. I have one of these engines no problems so far almost 180.000 miles, other than where they put the water pump that 3.5 is a good reliable engine.
I have 2001 E-250 Cargo van with 350,000 miles on it. Runs Great. I use it for Mobile Auto Repair. Thanks Ford for making such a great product.
That’s a smart design since dealerships make most of their profit through parts and service. Yup, Very smart design..
I see very few of those Ford water pump problems. Only 2 or 3 a year. And I see about 2000 to 2500 customers per year.
@@jamespfitz
Yes, at a Ford dealership.
Ray S I'll look at the type of buyer that purchases those vehicles, likely an older audience that probably doesn't do as much driving But I wouldn't even take a chance on something that I know will have to be replaced ,
Ray S Yea my sister had an 08 Edge as daily commuter. Traded it with 170,000 miles and besides routine maintenance, only had to replace the ball joints and a wheel bearing if I remember correctly. The original battery lasted almost ten years. Meanwhile the oldest sister had a Buick Enclave that literally started to fall apart at 2 years old, the transmission went out and the timing chains eventually failed. As I watch these videos, I’m thoroughly convinced that GM has lost their quality over the years and Ford is constantly improving each generation.
@@rays7437 Exactly it's overblown. I work on police fleet and they use this engine. Believe me police beat the crap out of these cars and water pump failures are rare. But to be fair it is a bad design and water pumps will fail eventually.
My 2003 ford 4.6 has 121k and runs great had to replace belt tensioner and coil pack but I'm really happy with it
Hi Scotty, I'm looking at a 2014 Ford Edge Sport AWD with the 3.7L and would love to know your thoughts on the SUV? Is it a reliable engine?
Me too I have a 2013 !
I heard you should get a 2014 or newer
I inherited a 2007 Nissan Quest in 2015. It has the V6 3.5L. The engine ran great until 2018 when the plastic on the timing chain glide failed, the tensioner extended the metal part of the glide,. It cost me $2900 at Action Nissan at Thompson Lane and Nolensville Rd in Nashville. This is why I love my Subaru. I can change the water pump myself and the timing belt is on the outside of the engine. EASY FIX!!!!
Big3 has No regards for their customers and their hard earned money Big3 deserves No Mercy.
They regard more on their employee.
Every pump I have seen has a drain hole which leaks water when outer bearing fails so like all landrover owners Ford is teaching you to be mechanic keep eye on drain hole if you get any water lose
Hello Scotty--I have one of those V6's from Ford, 75,000 miles and out goes the water pump. I caught it early. Antifreeze level going down slowly and could smell it. Coolant was getting past the first gasket into the weep hole not into the oil pan.. Over $2,000 later (at dealer), $500.00 for a rental car after dealer had the car for two weeks, back on the road. Had I known the water pump was inside like that I would have never bought the car. Can't believe anyone would engineer something like that. Poor Mazda owners that have that same engine Mazda was buying from Ford.
Rejuvenate rubber it's impossible unless you have a type of rubber in the mix
Yes I learned about the Ford engine problems when I was looking at my CX-9. So I had to buy their turbo 4 instead. So far so good.
If it’s the 2.5t sky active engine it isn’t made by Ford.
Endless money pit alert
@@tails300 The 3.7 V6 was made with Ford
Osama Habeeb I know that he bought a newer Japanese Mazda CX-9 I think.
@Todd Toddy We will see. I’ve had it for 3 years and haven’t spent anything on it except for oil changes, tire rotations, and washing. I think it’s a pretty fine vehicle considering the garbage other manufacturers are selling.
I was just quoted $1800 - $2500 from my local Ford Dealer for my daughters 2014 Exploder xlt 3.5 with 140,000 miles on it
Hey Scotty, my 2012 Fusion had this water pump issue about 60,000 miles. The warranty was expired, but extended warranties are a life saver.. can you say $2000 job?😂
Correction... The water pump doesn't mix with the oild because ford designed a pasage that goes from the water pump out the engine.
The inconveniencw with this desing is that you have to remove the entire timimg chain to do this job, wich involves dissasemble of half of the engine
it can leak through the impeller shaft if the seal is compromised or the bearings on the oil chain or the chain itself is compromised
Hey Scotty, I have a 1986 Ford Thunderbird with a 302. It’s been really reliable since I bought it in 2007. It has 225k miles on the body and about 100k miles on the engine. As some of the parts are getting older, I was wondering if the parts for my car are going to be hard to come by and will they be expensive fixes? Right now I’m just needing to replace the rear end. Thanks for the help!
I used AT213 in my Mercury Capri, saved me from replacing the rack for a few years...couldn't believe it actually worked, totally legit product. Eventually the rack gummed up to much it felt like manual steering but it didn't leak and the pump and lines were fine after replacing the rack and doing a full flush. Obviously on a vehicle like that (Fox body) the rack was a cinch to replace and very inexpensive but it started as a joke assuming the stuff wouldn't actually work and shockingly it did.
You broke the hearts of a lot of Ford owners today, Scotty.
Good. They don't have brains, why should they have hearts?
That reseal stuff does work works great on my Harley primary seals
I HAVE A 95 F250 WITH 354000 miles ON THE ROAD NOW
Sounds awesome Tracy I have a 1996 Ford F150 with a 5.0L (302) Windsor V8 in it with 208,000 miles and still going strong.
@@CJColvin lol I have a 4x4 bus body super cab, 8 ft box, 460 engine
I guess they don’t make em like this anymore
@@tracyhill7960 Sounds awesome Tracy.👍😉
@@Artkidtek yes they do. Key point! I AM my mechanic.
Huh, weird, got over 247,000 miles on my v6 with only issue the EGR valve. Pretty common among owners on the owners pages on FB.
I bet he'd be a great neighbor.... I really enjoy his videos. Now on a side note.... I think we all agree Scotty is a real go-getter; the man is driven and a wealth of auto knowledge, however, the person above him, working the strings, works harder and has to be exhausted.
I just purchased a 2022 Ford Explorer ST. it came with a 200k warranty on the engine.
#50 on trending right now! Congrats Scotty, someone at TH-cam seems to appreciate your expertise on vehicles!
Chrysler's V6 engine also has timing chain and the water pump inside the engine.
Is Ford going to Fiat-Chrysler standards?
Just got quoted 780 dollars to replace the oil pressure sensor on a 2011 Ford Edge
Ford 3.5l V6 in a FWD/AWD Explorer: It has to be a major leak, one that the owner would have to ignore. It will leak externally first. I have this same engine in my Explorer. You do the timing chains and water pump at the 100k mile service like you are SUPPOSED TO, and you will not see the issue. If you are buying a used car with this motor around the 100k mile mark, ensure you see proof that the maintenance was done, otherwise plan on doing it or walk away.
Finally someone with a solution to the problem. You'd swear most people believe their car is so perfect and bulletproof nothing major ever happens to it.
Same problem with the Ford Ranger 3.2 TDci. Oil pump fails at 50.000miles and to replace it, the engine has to be pulled out 😞
Good thing my Ford escape V6 doesn't have this problem it has a separate belt for the water pump 😄
Escapes don't have that engine in them.
Yeah that’s because you have a pre-2012 Escape with the 3.0L V6, not too bad to R&R, a stretchy belt, no tensioner.
What makes no sense about car manufacturers is. They make an engine design that’s bullet proof and efficient then they trash it and make a new design that leaks and has all sorts of problems
Next video: why Scotty’s wife likes to ride the manual gear
I do agree it’s a bad design but I have a 2011 Taurus with 207k original water pump I guess I dodged a bullet. Only change the spark plugs and struts in the front, two wheel bearings and brakes all the way around twice.
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2008 Ford Fusion 3.0 V6 194000 going strong only replace fuel pump underneath back seat.
I see very few of those Ford water pump problems. Only 2 or 3 a year. And I see about 2000 to 2500 customers per year.
Ray S makes me feel a lot better. I have a 2011 sel Taurus 101k miles on it.
Give it a few more years. They'll be piled up in your shop or in a scrap heap due to not worth fixing. Kind of like the 02 to 05 Explorer and there faulty trans.
@@guilateen
Actually, around 60 to 70 percent of my service customers are out of basic warranty and are 6-10 years old. The 3.5/3.7 engine has been around for 10 model years now. The majority of them have extended warranties or they are fleet customers. The highway patrol uses the Taurus which has that design of engine and they generally keep them until 100K. (Except for Crown Vics which they are now keeping forever in many cases) I have only seen 1 cop car with that issue.
But as far as super high mileage vehicles, then yeah, most people will get rid of them rather than fix them.
@Chuck
If they are super high mileage vehicles, then yes, people usually get rid of them. But the average vehicle age of my clientele is between 6 and 10 years. I have a few fleet accounts still running 7.3 Diesels which have been out of production since 2004.
LOL. I am a licensed, ASE certified mechanic for over 20 years on Long Island. I see at least 1 a month.
So.. according to this guy! what car is good to buy??
in this case im happy i have the 4 banger
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Sounds like my car. I drive a 2009 Chrysler 300 LX Touring with the 2.7 Liter V6 and its notorious for this type of mechanical setup failing causing engine failure. I'd recommend if you own either that type of ford or any Chrysler with the 2.7 liter V6 that you REGULARLY change oil/coolant AND occasionally change the timing chain and water pump to avoid this problem. However, lets say the life-time of the car is 250-300k miles with 4 of these changes. You still are playing with fire. Be careful with what you buy or else you will regret it.
Why did Ford do this.. why don't they just put water pump on outside like back in days
To fit that big engine into a FWD car. The trucks don't have this.
Planned obsolescence...
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Nissan did this with their 3.5 and 4.0, They have a chain driven water pump.
Space in fwd configurations. The rwd don't deal with this.
Honda also needs a better power steering cooler. Imo
Before this video, I saw the SUV and was thinking water pump.... 😂.. 05,06 Ford 500... Mercury Montego 06... I drove my 2006 Mercury for 5 years... Zero problems..
Isnt there a recall for that tho? I have a friend with a ford edge with the 3.5 v6 and he told me about it
Older!
@@elGamiReal I don't think so... It would cost too much to fix that many
@Brett Christensen oh.. well it's not on the Ford 500 then... Same engine as the Mercury Montego.. I didn't know that
@Brett Christensen wow... I wish I kept my Mercury Montego
I have used the AT-205 that Scotty recommeded on a few of my customers cars where they didnt want to spend the dollar to replace the rear main seal and it worked great.