His Ford Taurus Keeps Killing Catalytic Converters 🤔
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- Hey Good People,
I had a 2015 Ford Taurus in the shop this week. Customer could not pass Georgia emissions and the check engine light was on. He also mentioned he has been replacing the catalytic converter every year. This is where maintenance comes in. It is the key to taking care of your car.
In this video, I go through my entire diagnosis and repair process.
Find out what treatment plan I prescribed this patient by watching the video. I hope you enjoy, and I hope you learn something. That is always my goal.
P.S I used the closed caption in this video because there is a lot of background noise. My techs were working on their jobs as well at the time of filming. I appreciate your feedback if that's something you'd like for me to keep.
Your favorite Mechanic,
Alex
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Hey Guys! There was a lot of background noise in the shop during filming, so I added closed caption on this vid. Let me know if it’s something y’all want me to keep on future vids.
Yes it is great that you put closed captions on. Especially for the deaf people who like to watch your video. I'm one of them also as a mobile mechanic. Keep up the good work! hopefully, I will start RUclips soon A day in life as a mobile mechanic
I have a P0523 and a P0171 that went away for a few weeks and has come back. What could cause the lean code; o2 sensors (in Bank 1)?
Plugged up charcoal canster
Honest mechanics are rare nowadays. Awesome diagnostics.
Facts
I've been a mechanic for 20 years I know the inns and outs of cars and truck I don't know it all I'm still learning bout newer vehicles in today's world I have my own shop I'm doin well over here in ohio
Water Pump, timing chain, PTU, Catalytic Converter, are guaranteed to go on these cars.
Yeah they better have that money set to the Side 😩 emergency fund
Facts, doing a PTU today on one. Luckily we’ve have plenty of spares to pull from.
What goes bad on the timing chains?
@@mph5896 chain stretch, tensioner fully extended, worn guides I think. exacerbated by low oil change frequency
@@thezombino6119 Hm, I haven't seen that on the NA 3.5/3.7. When I do water pumps I leave all the timing components and just do the water pumps.
Excellent video! Good narration and excellent camera angles and lighting. I’m surprised they made Tauruses in 2015, as I haven’t seen one on the road (Seattle area) since the 20th century.
Which is too bad, as it was much more pleasant to drive before everyone got oversized SUVs.
You mentioned the price for just getting him to pass emissions was about 250, how much for the complete tune up you did? Just curious so I should know what to expect if I needed to get this done
At 10:31 - it's really cool, as well as being a competitive advantage, that a spouse works in the family business. I used to live in Houston and there was a joke in the small business community that Vietnamese business could only grow to the maximum size of their family. These family run businesses had a reputation of doing the impossible, offering a higher quality product or service while still being competitive on price. These family members tended to be highly intelligent and with a strong work ethic.
I’ve got a 15’ Taurus SHO that has been running rich (can smell it out the exhaust) I just ordered a new purge valve after following your test and having the same results. I just swapped the spark plugs a lil while ago too. Thanks for the awesome and practical video
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Like how you show the diagnostic and repairs in one video. If only I could find a mechanic near me such as yourself
@AlexTheCarDoctor you and your wife need to be on TV, you guys are hilarious and y’all are a perfect match.
that is a job well done Alex, I was impressed, you really do know things!!! sad to say there are a lot of shops that would see the converter and oxygen sensor codes and start ordering parts, chances are the converters and sensors are just carbon coated from the rich mixture that purge valve caused, good job Alex!!
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hello alex thank you for the great content i got a kia optima 2.4 high miles 192 cars ben running great till i got a high efficiency code i changed o2 senors as anybody would but didn’t change could it be the cats
Can you do a video on a s 500 Mercedes im interested in getting one but i trust your judgement
Facts!!! Solid engine besides the Achilles heal water pump. But in Good hands and maintenance these engines are bulletproof
If you're good at something, never do it for free. I hear you on the knowledge and experience aspect. You're paying for your expertise.
I had a 2015 Ford Fusion SE the 1st Ford I had driven in 26 years as I had a couple of them become lemons. We decided in 2015 to try them out again see if they were any better and I got my wife a 2015 Ford Fusion SE. At 22k miles it left us stranded and turned out to be a cracked cylinder head in 3 places. After Ford towed it and fixed under warranty they said it appeared to have been cracked when it was forged. We had nothing but trouble with it there after and once it hit 55k miles I had had enough and RAN back to Toyota and purchased my wife a 2020 Camry SE and have not looked back. I will not touch a Ford built after 2003 that is my rule! I have family that are hard core Ford loyal buyers, but every one I have owned except one a 1992 Ranger has been terrible:P Thing is the Fusion had the 2.5l engine which was supposed to be the bullet proof engine. Not so Bullet proof in our case. Fast forward to 2023 the 2020 Camry has been flawless and knock on wood it stays that way. Then there is my trusty 2003 GMC Sierra Toyota grade quality in those years of GM!
Background noise was all fine. I was listening while working on a project so I could not physically see most of video but it was perfectly understandable! And yes, a job well done! Looks like you have another customer for life from this repair.
That was funny the spellcheck said antseed instead of anti seize. We got you 👊🏻👍🏻
Whatever the price is, just be honest. That's all i ever ask for when having my car repaired. These car videos are great. They give me so much insight when my mechanic talks to me.
I've been working on a 2011 Ford Edge, pretty much same engine. Had the same codes. I've replaced the purge valve, and sparkplugs. Still have the cats and o2 codes. Trying to figure this out, considering the o2 are like $150+. The cats are about $1000 a piece. Oh yea I also replaced the pvc when I did the plugs.
so you had a p1450, replaced purge valve and that code went away but the rest didn't?
@thezombino6119 Yes, I suspect that the o2 sensors had been rich for so long that they actually may be bad, and the cats. I really wasn't expecting to change the sparkplugs until she told me her check engine light flashes when she is giving it gas merging onto the hwy, and it hesitates. Spark was cracked in one cylinder. So I'm thinking all those burned up the o2 and cat.
My water pump started leaking around that miles
Hey Alex, i have a question. Im checking out a Vehicle on Friday and would love to hear your opinion.
2012 Ford expedition xlt with 60k miles on it.
Would you recommend?
Are they expensive to maintain?
Hows winter driving?
Sorry to bug ya 😅
***make sure frame isn't rust rotted out.***
I would recommend one of those at the right price.
Take it for a spin - everything should be tight and feel mostly new still at 60k.
does this one have a tow hitch ? if so - change all differential fluids, transmission fluid and if it's a flex fuel, look into cleaning fuel system and if near the ocean or salt water, consider changing the fuel filter as well as E85 loves moisture.
They're not expensive to maintain. The expense usually starts at around 130 - 250k miles.
Gas mileage: 14 mpg city / 20 mpg highway
winter driving - for this, it's all about the tires. I'd recommend seeing Tire Rack for your next set - if you have questions they have genuine people that'll answer your questions. They cool.
Overall - great vehicle.
sorry, I'm not the car doctor, but I do dabble with cars
You treat the customers right always honesty
Here here, honesty wins. Beats the parts changers.
Man i really enjoyed this video!! I eatched from beginning to end! Love how your wife as always supports you!
Alex, you gotta start taking those sinus medicines man lol
Glad you enjoyed it! I’ll try to start taking them. I don’t like medicine 😩 my wife is my ride or die. I would be no where without her 😏
Great work Alex thanks for sharing…👍👍
Great video 👍
Great diag! Nice to see that there are still good techs out there diagnosing properly instead of throwing parts at it. I will echo that your was correct.....most shops would have just thrown cats and O2 sensors at it all day and never figured it out. Grreat job!! Keep up the good work! Love your videos and shorts! Thanks!!!
Very well explain 👍
Awesome job better to diagnose than just guessing 👍 it definitely saves you money. Maybe if the part was cheap enough and you are diy. But a shop should always diagnose. And yes knowledge is valuable most people have no clue on cars etc.
Ever since a dishonest mechanic totaled my car last year, I worship honest mechanics like you. 👍🏾
What kind of car was it and what happened to it?
Pro tip. When installing spark plugs; get an 8” piece of fuel line that will just fit over the ceramic spark plug body. Use that to guide the plug into the hole. Then immediately start threading the plug into the hole using the fuel line to turn the plug. You will be able to feel if it is cross threaded. You will also then guide the plug into the combustion chamber easily without banging it into the casting and affecting the gap.
I will be using that coil spark plug trick 👌🏻
Job well done bro!
I have a 2017 Ford Taurus SEL AWD with 100
,000 miles. After watching your video I decided to change my plugs, coils, gaskets, and purge valve. I used iridium plugs and all FoMoCo OE parts. Hopefully this will eliminate any emissions issues. Thanks so much for the video and your very knowledgeable words. Also, if that was your wife filming, you guys are awesome together. Made my day! 👍🏾
I have 2013 ford Taurus v6 with same problem i changed OEM both catalyst converters 4 times in 250,000 Mile !
And nowadays blocked also 🙁
Great video Alex! I enjoy watching your shorts that I come across and finally decided to watch a video. I'm glad you explained the issue, how it effected the rest of the vehicle. Love to see it man!
If any of you by any chance have a 4 cyl ford and the hose is like.. heat crimped to the valve, if you cleanly cut the hose on fuel tank side at, you can shove either a 3/8 or 5/16? fuel hose to connect the cut portions together (its gotta be a snug fit). Only make the cut if you can piece them back together with a fuel hose - very low pressure builds here, and I think only when the car is off ... something like 1 psi, so no hose clamp or any other clamp needed since like The Car Doctor says, it's a vacuum when it's functioning.
Such a honest snd sincere and genuine dude. Thats what keeps me watching your videos all the way from Birmingham Alabama! Thanks alex.
You da best man!!👍👍
Awesome! Thank you buddy
Thanks for your video nice to learn about the 3.5 v6 I’ve heard about the water pump issue with this design. But I’m still a novice with a smattering of you tube knowledge.
Great job Alex you was, thorough and down to the point! You didn't shoot the part cannon, your diagnostic resolve the problem great job!
Very well explained 👍 Alex
Good job Alex. I have a 2014 taurus w/32k miles and I have ocd so you can eat off the engine..When would you suggest the pcv valve be changed and does that reguire removing that upper intake plenum off. For anyone with this engine it is suggested to switch to the yellow coolant to help prolong the water pump life. Thanks for sharing.
Fuel induction is one way of cleaning the dirty intake valves can you use walnut shells to blast the area clean if there’s lots of accumulated deposits? When I bought my Ford Flex it was also a concern and several RUclips videos were made about the subject and some videos suggested use of catch can’s to help control the deposit issue. What’s your thinking about these things?
Almost, you should verify plug gap with gap tool/ gauge. There are a few flexible tools available to help remove loose plugs and seat new plugs, large diameter vacuum hose works great too. Even “guided down” there will be a drop, that will lessen the plug gap.
Other wise, good diag. .
I read somewhere don’t stick gap tools in these particular plugs you can damage them that’s why they cover them with the plastic protector, so it will maintain gap. I forgot to mention the hoses for spark plug guides. Thanks for reminding us. thanks buddy I try my best.
I always check my plugs because I have seen customers return them and who knows what they have done to them but some Manufacturers do say not to gap the Fine spark plugs because they can get damaged , and if they are off by a little they should compensate for it
Just went through this with my daughter's 2015 also they're bad for this and the fuel pump module. But I'm new to your channel and your slaying it brother! Good luck and keep the good content coming!!
Having the same situation with my Taurus I gotta bring it to your shop and I really appreciate this video. I'll follow you on social media
There’s no coolant running through that throttle body and that’s valve is called a vapor management valve just for emissions.. no causes for cats and that valve is just 60$ and you don’t have to move bar for intake it only take 10-20 mins to take intake off
no, no, no.... I didn't fast forward past anything... obsess car doctor - watch everything
🤣😂 Awesomeness!
I have a ram 2500 hemi 6.4 that has a small valor leak, changed the purge valve and leak detector pump, still have the same code, what should i try next? Also i have the oxygen sensor code?
Thank you my friend for sharing very nice to see how to do something I'm walking us through I'll be looking to see if you have any other things that I can watch
Did he pass the smog test at the end?... would injectors also leak fuel into the cylinder as well? Or is it just the spark plug not burning the fuel..
I method I’ve heard about on RUclips videos for gentle inserting spark plugs is to use a piece of rubber hose insert the plug into the hose and use it to start the thread to avoid cross threading the plug.
Cool dude! Better relationship 🤣 na godbless u guys and ty for the video
How do i protect mysef from a shop doing bad diagnostic i have already been prey to this and i hate it
Never trust pre gapped plugs always double check them
Do u ask what fuel he is pumping into the car, 87,91 octane?
where is the tutorial car doctor? thanks for all helpful video
Are you located in Philadelphia for service
Maybe the oxygen sensors are you can replace them when you do the tun up
Hold on
You always seem to be outta dialectic greese🧐
How long will that battery ratchet last? All day usually?
I enjoy your videos, from diagnosing to the repair...Thanks for sharing and stay blessed
your better than me. i would have neutral dropped the hell out the electric ratchet
soooo are you located in Georgia? If you are I got another 1 for yah! lol
Great job. But I always check the gap on new plugs.
That’s good practice I normally do the same if the spark plug tip protector sleeve is damaged or missing
It looked like cheap 🐈 cats 😂😂 😮loved that
Diag costs! Why don't people understand that? this ain't your grandpa's Studebaker, can't troubleshoot with your ear to a screwdriver anymore.
💯 FACTS!
Give him the medicine !!!!
Very informative and clear explanation. Current going rate for diagnostic alone is $250 in Bay Area plus part and labor. Thank you.
I like this engine I give it my stamp of approval 🤩
Great informative video
Good Dude, Thank you.
U said spit😂😂
I didn't see you tighten the front 3 spark plugs.
Probably had to cut the video
Closed caption was good
Did the car pass the test for the admission test?
Yes!
Cat Spiker
Great informative video
Glad it was helpful!
Notorious water pump 😂😂😂😂
Do u trust Duralast??YOUR opinion matters.,?
Depends on the part. For the most part, they are pretty good.
@@AlexTheCarDoctor I have had a few bad wheel hub bearings n purge solenoids!Ty 4 ur input!
Hello! Where should I go to get a new catalytic converter that will last the rest of a car's life?
@@missa740 dealership
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Or just buy a magnetic spark plug socket. Way easier. And no, it's still not okay to use power tools to remove spark plugs. These heads are all aluminum and you WILL damage and strip the threads. It takes no time to remove completely by hand
I have one. And yes you are correct a novice will probably damage or strip the threads. As long as I have been doing this, I can hear and feel my wrench is struggling to remove something and I’ll stop and investigate. It is rare but it happens
I have a P0430 Code: Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 2) code on my Escalade I've tried everything over the past year and tried cat cleaners and all.. I changed all 8 plugs and wires, new coil packs, new purge Valve, new evap canister, new o2 sensors, new exhaust manifolds and etc and every time i clear the code, it just keeps coming back at least i live in Minnesota and we don't have emissions. now I pretty much got use to it and live with it on.
You need new cats. But before that you need to figure out why your cats got plugged up. If your engine is burning oil you need new valve seals or the piston rings could be bad
@@CobraR1993 i know it was running lean, which i corrected. My long fuel trim was around 29 percent and corrected to around 3 percent. Maybe that was the cause the cat to go bad as a result. Thanks.
@@CobraR1993 other than the P0430 code, shes runs smoothly and engine is super quiet. I do all my oil changes on time which i do myself. I use Pennzoil full synthetic and a mobile 1 oil filter. I use blue driver scan tool and there no engine misfires which all the misfire counts are at 0.. everything shows to running within spec when viewing live data and such