2.4

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
61,700 miles

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problem #1

Mar 042007

Cougar 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 61,700 miles
Ignition failed to turn with key. Put lubricant (wd-40) in hole and tapped with hammer until key turned.

- Windsor, 00, USA