Cam phaser knock on 5.4L and 4.6L V8s
Ford put out bulletins for a ticking or knocking noise from the cam timing system on 2004–2005 and 2009–2010 F-150s and other trucks with the three-valve V8. It’s loudest hot, at idle.
Engine repair ↗FORD REPAIR · TOMBALL, TXFord Repair Shop & Mechanic
Ford Repair Shop & Mechanic
in Tomball, TX
F-150, Super Duty, Explorer and Focus repair: cam phaser knock, broken spark plugs on the 5.4L, PowerShift shudder, oil changes, brakes and car AC. On the classic side, Mustangs and Broncos get rust repair, engine swaps and full restorations in the same shop.
Repair · Body · PaintFORD REPAIR · TOMBALL, TX
Ford Repair in Tomball, From F-Series Trucks to Classic Mustangs
The F-150 was the best-selling new vehicle in Texas in 2023, so it’s no surprise a lot of Fords come through Tomball. We repair Ford cars and trucks at our shop at 27813 Calvert Rd.
That covers brake repair, suspension work, car AC repair, transmission repair, check engine lights and tune-ups on late-model Fords. On the 5.4L three-valve V8, even a tune-up needs care, because the spark plugs are known to break off in the head.
We also work on classic Fords. The Mustang fastback, Ford Bronco and Model A coupe in our gallery all came through this shop, and we do rust repair, welding, engine swaps (including Ford Coyote swaps), body restoration and paint.
COMMON FORD PROBLEMS
Known Ford Problems, From F-150s to the Focus
Three-valve V8 trucks, PowerShift cars and the EcoBoost F-150 each have a well-known weak spot. Some were recalled, so run your VIN through a recall check first.
Broken spark plugs on the 5.4L three-valve
These plugs can snap off in the cylinder head when they come out. Ford issued a special removal procedure. It’s why a tune-up on these trucks takes the right tools and time.
Tune-ups ↗PowerShift transmission shudder
The PowerShift dual-clutch automatic in 2011–2016 Fiesta and 2012–2016 Focus is known for shuddering, jerking and slipping, mostly when pulling away. It led to class-action lawsuits.
Transmission repair ↗F-150 brake fluid leak (2014–2017 EcoBoost)
Some 2014–2017 F-150s with the 3.5L EcoBoost were recalled for brake fluid leaking from the master cylinder into the booster. Signs: a warning light and a softer, longer pedal.
Brake repair ↗Fords we work on
- F-150
- F-250 / F-350 Super Duty
- Explorer
- Expedition
- Bronco
- Escape
- First-generation Mustang
- F-100
- Classic Bronco
Ford ticking, shuddering or losing brake pedal?
Call 936-661-2675 with the year and the engine. We’re at 27813 Calvert Rd, Tomball, TX 77377.
MAKES WE WORK ON
Other Makes We Work On
Chevy, GMC and Ram trucks too. Driving something else? Ask us on 936-661-2675.
All makes ↗
SERVICE AREAS
Ford Truck Repair for Hockley, Stagecoach and Tomball
From Hockley, Stagecoach or Magnolia it’s usually under half an hour. All service areas has the rest.
All service areas ↗Pinehurst, TX10 to 16 min · 7.8 miFord repair · 10 to 16 min↗Klein, TX14 to 26 min · 10 miFord repair · 14 to 26 min↗Stagecoach, TX16 to 20 min · 9.1 miFord repair · 16 to 20 min↗Magnolia, TX16 to 26 min · 12.6 miFord repair · 16 to 26 min↗Cypress, TX16 to 28 min · 12.2 miFord repair · 16 to 28 min↗Hockley, TX20 to 26 min · 18.5 miFord repair · 20 to 26 min↗
Typical Google Maps drive times from each town to 27813 Calvert Rd, leaving at 11 am on a weekday.