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1999 Ford Taurus Repair Question


Topics covered: Noise, Alternator, Coolant.
Mileage: 156,435 miles.

Asked on December 14, 2012

Ford Taurus Noise Problem

A belt just popped on the car where the Alternator is locatd. There was brown liquid on the ground when I parked. There was also the smell of something burning. How can I fix this? There is also a knocking noise when the heater temp is turned all the way up and it blows cold. Could this mean a thermostat is needed?
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Replied on December 14, 2012

Check to see if the brown liquid is dirty coolant. As far as the noise, check the blend air door actuator.

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