If your Ford Ecosport has a humming noise at high speed, it can be distracting and, depending on the cause, dangerous. We’ve outlined the most common reasons why a humming noise in your car gets louder with speed. We’ve also provided an audio sample of each issue to help determine …
Read More »Ford Ecosport Air Conditioner Not Working: Causes + Fix
If your Ford Ecosport’s AC system is not working, it can be uncomfortable and downright dangerous on a hot day. There are A LOT of issues that can cause your car’s air conditioner to fail. This article is broken down into these three sections to help save you time repairing …
Read More »Ford Ecosport Dash Light Flicker and No Start: How to Fix
Dash lights flickering and failure to start is a very common issue that can happen to the Ford Ecosport. While your first impulse may be to think that there is something wrong with your car’s starter (and it is possible), it’s usually caused by an issue with the battery or …
Read More »Ford Ecosport P0026: Symptoms, Causes, + Common Fixes
P0026 is a code that signals an issue with your Ford Ecosport’s intake valve control solenoid circuit. In layman’s terms, the circuit is not complying with the Powertrain Control Module’s commands. It sent a signal to the intake valve control solenoid, and it, for whatever reason, failed. P0026 is a …
Read More »Ford Ecosport: P0008 Code Diagnosis
P0008 is a somewhat uncommon OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Ford Ecosport. It indicates that the crankshaft and camshaft are not synchronized properly, and should be considered a breakdown risk. Driving your Ecosport with P0008 can lead to engine damage and a costly repair. While P0008 is …
Read More »Ford Ecosport P144C: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis
P144C is a Ford-only DTC trouble code, and as such, it applies to your Ford Ecosport. It indicates that the EVAP canister purge check valve is not performing within spec. P144C is most often fixed by replacing the EVAP purge valve assembly (due to the purge valve being stuck open …
Read More »Ford Ecosport P0725 Code: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis
P0725 is a common OBD2 code that can occur in the Ford Ecosport. It indicates an issue with the engine speed sensor input circuit (which measures the engine speed at the input shaft and helps the PCM determine when and how hard to shift the transmission). It’s a generic code, …
Read More »Ford Ecosport P0523: Meaning, Causes, + Likely Fixes
P0523 is a standard OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Ford Ecosport. In layman’s terms, it indicates the signal from the oil pressure sensor is higher than its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). P0523 is generic (it has the same definition for all vehicles), repair steps …
Read More »Ford Ecosport P1450: Symptoms, Causes, & Likely Fix
P1450 is a manufacturer-specific trouble code. In the case of Ford-made vehicles (such as the Ford Ecosport), it indicates that the pressure in the fuel tank is not bleeding up to the engine. This code is very common, and not a breakdown risk when it appears by itself. Far and …
Read More »Ford Ecosport: DRL Warning Light On – Causes + Fix
Daytime running lights (or DRL) are specialized lights that come on when your Ford Ecosport’s regular headlights are turned off. Their purpose is to make it easier for other drivers to see you, theoretically decreasing the odds of getting into an accident. If your Ecosport’s DRL warning light is on, …
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