Engine Mechanical problem
1998 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic
Despite this vehicle being a 98 model, it is just now reaching 40k miles. It hasn't been driven much overall, but hasn't been operated in about 5 years, save a trip around the block ever week or so. We have recently had it inspected, registered, battery replaced and went to have the oil changed and there was a problem. The plug was removed, but oil wouldn't drain, despite the dipstick showing it is full of oil. We were told to take it to a mechanic and have the engine flushed. I seriously doubt that the oil has EVER been changed, but cannot be certain.
Couple questions:
Whats the average price of this service?
Will it actually work to remove the sludge that is blocking?
Couple notes:
The engine sounds fine... no obvious knocking
Seems to run well
1998 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic
Despite this vehicle being a 98 model, it is just now reaching 40k miles. It hasn't been driven much overall, but hasn't been operated in about 5 years, save a trip around the block ever week or so. We have recently had it inspected, registered, battery replaced and went to have the oil changed and there was a problem. The plug was removed, but oil wouldn't drain, despite the dipstick showing it is full of oil. We were told to take it to a mechanic and have the engine flushed. I seriously doubt that the oil has EVER been changed, but cannot be certain.
Couple questions:
Whats the average price of this service?
Will it actually work to remove the sludge that is blocking?
Couple notes:
The engine sounds fine... no obvious knocking
Seems to run well
Oct 21, 2008 at 12:42 AM
