As time passes, even a Ford can develop engine problems. Most problems with an engine can be traced to delayed maintenance. The complex nature of an engine means it requires regular service to keep it in good shape. Your Ford dealer in Johnstown can fix any problem in your engine. These are some problems that could occur. Damaged Ignition Coils When you think of combustion, you can visualize the fuel and air mixing in the intake manifold and then entering the cylinder. You'll also imagine the piston compressing the fuel-air mix and the spark plug igniting the contents of the cylinder. This is all correct, but the spark plug needs assistance as its 12-volt output isn't enough to fire the cylinder's contents. more A spark plug has support in the form of the ignition coil. A coil connects to each plug and boosts the power of the spark plug from 12 volts to 30,000 volts. Coils are durable, but they will eventually wear out like spark plugs. If one of your coils fails, this will cause the cylinder to misfire, as there is insufficient power to ignite the cylinder's contents. We can test the coils and replace any worn or damaged ones. Check Engine Light One of the most important warning lights on your dash is the check engine light. Many lights provide warnings of specific problems, for example, the battery warning light highlights an issue in the electrical system. The engine light has a broader mandate, as it responds to any problem that can affect the engine's performance. If this warning light illuminates, it's important to contact us right away. Since the warning doesn't highlight a specific issue, the problem could be minor, or it might be a sign of a potentially major issue. Our Ford-trained technicians are experts at diagnosis, and they'll investigate our engine until they pinpoint the cause of the problem. Once the issue is identified, we'll repair it. Dead Battery A weak or dead battery is a headache for any driver. If the battery isn't working correctly, starting your engine may be difficult or even impossible without a fix. The battery gradually wears out as its chemical processes cause it to lose the ability to charge or supply power. On average, you'll need a replacement battery within five years or 50,000 miles of driving. We can test your battery at our Johnstown service department very quickly and give you the result. If your battery is on a downward slope, we can install a new one to fix the problem. If you experience any of the above or any other problem with your engine, call us right away at Brown's Ford of Johnstown. Image courtesy of Pixabay.com
