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2001 Ford Taurus Repair Question


Topics covered: Terminal.
Mileage: 92,000 miles.

Asked on January 1, 2013

Ford Taurus Terminal Problem

Car stalled in a flood now its starts with a knocking sound. What could it be?
Avatar Asked by dav/m

Answer

Replied on January 1, 2013

most likely a failed connecting rod inside the motor.

did you change all the fluids??

water is terminal for a motor from a flood.

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on January 1, 2013

will changing all fluids help?

Tiny Response from dav/m
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Replied on January 1, 2013

not now, the damage is done.

get it checked by a shop to confirm. i would not drive it with water in the crankcase.

Roy

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