The Ford F-150 has been the top selling truck in the nation for many years, and it’s easy to see why. These trucks offer an attractive blend of practicality, style, performance, and reliability. While the F-150 is generally reliable, if you own a 2016 model, it might start to have some issues as it likely is approaching or has surpassed 100,000 miles.
Our team has been working on all makes and models of vehicles for years, and we are proud of the reputation we have built in our community as a reliable, fair, and competent auto shop. Because the F-150 is such a popular truck and we are one of the top auto repair providers in the San Jose area, we work on these vehicles often. One of the more common issues we see in the F-150 is overheating, which can be caused by a few different problems.
In this article, we will discuss the most likely reasons why your F-150 is overheating, how we can determine why this is happening, and what steps we typically take to repair an overheating F-150. Read on to learn why we’re the perfect shop to get your truck back on the road quickly and for the long haul.
The 2016 F-150’s ecoboost engine has a few distinct weak points which can result in overheating, especially at high mileage. The first and most common issue involves a faulty sensor, which can engage a code which makes it seem like the truck is overheating, when it actually is not. When it comes to actual overheating, typical issues involve low coolant, thermostat problems, fans which are not functioning, and/or a dirty radiator. Because we’re discussing a truck which is now over 10 years old, any of these issues are fairly common with age and can be the reason for your truck overheating even on shorter drives.
Diagnosing F-150 Engine Problems
When we work with an F-150 which has overheating issues, we have the right equipment and expertise to make a quick and accurate diagnosis. We listen to the customer to learn when the overheating issue happens, how long it’s been going, and we find out other important information about their truck. From there, we do a full computer analysis and physical inspection, which allows us to pinpoint the issue and make a repair plan.
As an independent repair shop, our goal is to make a complete and lasting repair for any issue we deal with. Because we’re independent of a dealership, we don’t have quotas to hit or parts we must use, which allows us to put the customer’s needs first. Whether the issue is a simple sensor replacement or we have to replace a radiator, we explain the reasoning behind the repair to the client and ensure they are comfortable with our repair plan, and the timeline for repair, and the price before we begin any work.
If your F-150 is overheating, we are confident we can repair it and get you back on the road for miles to come. Call us or stop by today to learn more about how we can help.
