re: Ask a mechanic a question

Morning,

I have a 2012 Ford F-150 and have had these three issues show up randomly.

The "Service AutoTrac" message comes on. If I restart the truck 90% of the time it will go off, however sometimes it stays on for the day.

Sometimes as I am cruising along at interstate speed (75 mph) and then try to accelerate quickly (to pass a car), as soon as I stomp on the gas, the truck looses all power and actually starts to slow down.

Sometimes, the steering wheel "sticks". For instance, when I turn at an intersection, and then turn the wheel back it feels like it is tugging against me.

I have brought it to the dealer twice for all three problems and they say that they cant find anything wrong.

I am more worried about the not speeding up when I want/expect it to, as it seems very dangerous.

Is it an Ecoboost?

No he isn't. EKGs showed he did indeed suffered a heart attack.

Keep getting a tbps code tripping my check engine light, changed tbps and air filter cleaned the intake valve and wiring connectors. still getting it intermittently most when it sitting at idle, then after a day or so it will go back off. 2008 chevy Silverado, anything else I can do or check? P0121 is the code if it helps.

Just the sensor. Edited the code it's a 121 not 141.

Yes, its an FX4 too, if that helps.


ETA: Sorry to hear about your friend.

Are you trying a non-factory spec bulb? Just read that someone had problems with a Sylvania bulb.

Have you had the recall work on the turbo intercooler done?
And your steering issue is more than likely the EPA (electronic power assist) built I to the steering rack.

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Have you had the recall work on the turbo intercooler done? And your steering issue is more than likely the EPA (electronic power assist) built I to the steering rack

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I have not, I bought it used 2 years ago, the previous owner may have. Is that something that would be on record with the VIN?

Can I just bring it to the Dealership and ask them to check into those two things?

Great thread!!