If you own a Ford Freestar and it’s idling rough, you may be feeling frustrated. In this article, we’ll look at some of the most common causes of a rough idle in the Freestar and how to fix the problem. The most common cause of a rough idle is misfiring. What an Engine Needs to … Read more
If you’re filling your van up regularly and still getting crummy mileage, there are a few things that could be to blame. In this post, we’ll explore some of the most common reasons your Ford Freestar is getting bad gas mileage. Before diving in, it’s important to note whether or not your Freestar’s check engine … Read more
If your Ford Freestar has metal shavings in the oil, it almost always indicates engine damage, but it’s not always easy to tell what is causing the issue. This article will help you figure out what’s going on with your van. Metal shavings accompanied by a knocking sound typically indicate your Freestar has spun a … Read more
When your Ford Freestar is in Park, its engine RPM level (revolutions per minute) should stay relatively even. If it doesn’t, there’s likely something wrong with your engine. If your van’s check engine light is on, we’ve provided the most common causes of RPMs going up and down while in Park and the common codes … Read more
Shocks and struts typically don’t last for the lifetime of a vehicle, If your Ford Freestar is experiencing poor handling, excessive wear on tires and suspension components, or a jarring noise, it likely has bad shocks or struts. If your Freestar is experiencing any steering problems, it’s vital to check your van out immediately, as … Read more
The TPMS light indicates that your Ford Freestar’s tire pressure is above or below the minimum threshold set by the manufacturer. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light is the most common warning light on a modern vehicle. If you have a TPMS warning light, your van’s tire pressure must be checked. If your Ford … Read more
It can be very jarring when your Ford Freestar shakes when idle. If your Freestar has this problem, many issues can cause it. We’ve lined out some of the most common causes below. The most common reasons a vehicle shakes when idling is a misfire or bad motor mount. Table of Contents Ford Freestar Shaking … Read more
One of the most inconvenient things that can happen to your Ford Freestar is when the speedometer stops working. You don’t realize how much you look at the thing until it’s always sitting at 0 MPH while driving down the road. If your van’s speedometer is not working, it’s usually caused by an issue with … Read more
Does your Ford Freestar have lights that come on and a clicking noise when you turn the key, but it won’t start? This article is meant to help you diagnose this exact scenario. The good news is that this is a fairly common no-start situation and is usually pretty easy to repair. A weak battery … Read more
If you find yourself in a situation where only one of Ford Freestar’s windshield wipers is working, there’s a lot you can do to get it fixed at home. We know that when only one windshield wiper is working, your Freestar’s windshield wiper motor is still functional. So we don’t need to check the windshield … Read more