Minor Truck Problems
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Minor Truck Problems
I have some minor truck problems and want to get some ideas before I take it to the dealer. Truck is 2006 F250 Crew Lariat FX4 6.0L w. 62,000miles.
(1) Oil Leak under passenger side (1 drop an evening) Oil seems to be coming down in front of tranny. At first I thought my drain plug was loose because there was build up on the top of the plug but that is tight and Oring was replaced. Don't know if the pump is in this region.
(2) Coolant Fan came on while towing 6500lb boat long distance in hot weather. Was not concerned but now it seems to come on unloaded on days that are 80 degrees. I took a look at radiator air intake on front and it is caked with bugs. What is the best way to clean this? Do you think this will resolve the issue? Coolant level perfect and truck temp seems to stay in range.
(3) Truck just recently started pulling hard to one side or the other after making a hard turn. If I turn left off the hightway the truck doesn't center back up and continues to pull hard to the left and wheels are straightened. It is very intermittent and only happened a couple times but it almost feels like the front tires air pressure is low but both sides are right in range. Could just be a fluke but thought I would ask.
Thanks in advance for any help.
(1) Oil Leak under passenger side (1 drop an evening) Oil seems to be coming down in front of tranny. At first I thought my drain plug was loose because there was build up on the top of the plug but that is tight and Oring was replaced. Don't know if the pump is in this region.
(2) Coolant Fan came on while towing 6500lb boat long distance in hot weather. Was not concerned but now it seems to come on unloaded on days that are 80 degrees. I took a look at radiator air intake on front and it is caked with bugs. What is the best way to clean this? Do you think this will resolve the issue? Coolant level perfect and truck temp seems to stay in range.
(3) Truck just recently started pulling hard to one side or the other after making a hard turn. If I turn left off the hightway the truck doesn't center back up and continues to pull hard to the left and wheels are straightened. It is very intermittent and only happened a couple times but it almost feels like the front tires air pressure is low but both sides are right in range. Could just be a fluke but thought I would ask.
Thanks in advance for any help.
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Would not really have a good answer for you without seeing the truck in person, your Tech should have no problem addressing your concerns
1. Oil leak is not the high pressure pump, it is contained down inside the engine. Many areas can contribute since oil is blown around in the engine compartment.
2. Doubt if your radiator is clogged enough to over heat the engine. The fan is computer controlled, the engine coolant temperature probe could be bad.
3. Brake caliper is frozen in one position and not centering. Upper or lower ball joints.
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1. Oil leak is not the high pressure pump, it is contained down inside the engine. Many areas can contribute since oil is blown around in the engine compartment.
2. Doubt if your radiator is clogged enough to over heat the engine. The fan is computer controlled, the engine coolant temperature probe could be bad.
3. Brake caliper is frozen in one position and not centering. Upper or lower ball joints.
Arm chair mechanics are not responsible for improper diagnostics
