2001 Ford E-150 Problems

Engine oil may leak externally from the cylinder head gasket.

The spark plugs may become dislodged from the cylinder heads.

The front end may make a rattle noise over bumps.

Electrolysis can cause repeated failures of the heater core and radiator.

If the slip yoke in the driveshaft is binding, it can make a clunking noise when pulling away from a stop.

In some cases with higher mileages, the Check Engine Light may come on due to insufficient Exhaust Gas Recirculation system (EGR) flow.

The Ford E-150 is known for displaying the normal symptoms of a coolant leak, including overheating, especially when the vehicle is idling, the strong smell of coolant from the engine, and illumina...

Transmission fluid leaking from the front of the transmission bell housing may also be accompanied with shifting and transmission engagement issues.

This concern relates to vehicles equipped with the E4OD and 4R100 automatic transmissions.

The engine may have a misfire, hesitation, and/or run roughly – notably after a service and/or ignition wire replacement.

Common sources of rear axle leaks are the rear differential cover seal, and / or the pinion seal.

If a buzzing noise is coming from the exhaust at different engine speeds and conditions, this is commonly caused by the heat shields on catalytic converters coming loose at points.

On vehicles equipped with the E4OD (4-speed automatic) transmission, harsh engagement of the automatic transmission when shifting into reverse or drive, and irregular shifting while driving can be ...

If engine idle rolls up and down, and diagnosis rules out Idle Air Control (IAC) valve issues and vacuum leaks, the Programmable Speedometer/Odometer Module (PSOM) can be at fault electronically.