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1999 Ford Taurus Repair Question


Topics covered: Hood, Oil light, Oil pan.
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Asked on November 28, 2012

Ford Taurus Hood Problem

There is a loud knocking comeing from under the hood of my car and my oil light stays on and there is oil in my car what would make it knock the rod?
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Replied on November 28, 2012

Yup. Most likely a spun connecting rod bearing. You'll need to drain the oil, and remove the oil pan to check for a loose connecting rod or inspect the bearings.

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