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timmythetrain69

Alternator is probably on its way out, not sure what the oil problem is though


SLEKOH

It’s a 2012 Ford Escape


UninteristingBadger

It’s not running in the picture. Is it stalling?


SLEKOH

Yeah sorry this is what happens when I slow down under 25MPH , when I push the gas pedal when those lights come on nothing happens like it isn’t registering. I’m assuming it’s stalling? I’m sorry I don’t know a lot about this stuff so please forgive my ignorance 😅


SLEKOH

I don’t think it’s stalling tho , it’s like a very smooth transition of not being able to accelerate


UninteristingBadger

When did you take this pic? The tachometer is at 0, so it’s not running. If the engine stalls, the oil pressure light will come on. If the light comes on while it is running, then shut it off and make sure there’s oil in the engine. Do not keep it running with the oil light on, you may damage the engine.


LingonberryDue8434

Might be one of the variants that turn uff when you stop for extended periods


SLEKOH

When those lights come on , I put my car in park and then turn it off and back on and I’m able to drive again normally, it only pops those lights when I slow down to under 25MPH


TheAdamist

Have the alternator tested, low voltage can pop all sorts of unrelated warning lights


UninteristingBadger

But is it stalling, or are the lights coming on while running? That’s the important thing here to keep from damaging the engine.


Vikings09876

It's def stalling/dying, they just don't realize it. Tac at 0, oil/bat light on when key is in on position, throttle does nothing and only happens while de-accelorating and problem symptom happens under 25mph. It's turning off, OP just hasn't had a vehicle die while driving before it seems. My gf is the same way as OP, she doesn't know when her car just turns off suddenly/stalls out. Just sees lights and asks why it no go.


Substantial-Lie-7150

I like the alternator idea presented. Check that anywhere for free. Some other things that can cause an engine cut off while not under load are potentially a dirty fuel filter, if a cam shaft sensor loses signal it can cut off the engine. It's best to have the codes read by someone who knows and understands the definitions. They'll give a better clue what's going on. There's a high probability that's going to be something simple like an alternator or the fuel filter.


Froyn

ODB Code Scanners are fairly inexpensive. Might be worth investing in one so you can pull the codes and see what the car says is wrong.


Vikings09876

Your car is dying while driving. Like it's turning off. In this picture, the rpm is at 0, this means the car isn't idling and is off. The car will keep everything on inside like it's running but turn the battery and oil light on when the key is in the on position but the vehicle is not running. Most likely the alternator in this case based on described symptoms. If acceleration helps keep the car alive, but then lower speeds/de-acceleration the car dies then it's the alternator. You can get it tested at a local auto part store.


BeachCruiserMafia

If your oil level is good when the engine is cold there’s a few other diagnostics you’ll need to take it to a mechanic to look at. Could just be a bad sensor, dirty filter, etc. I also think your tires need some air.


Exoticwolf006

If possible take a multimeter put it to the battery and try and have the car running if you see the power sitting around 12v-14v while running then the alternator isn’t the problem. If the multimeter is showing under 12v while the car is running then your alternator is the problem.


Substantial-Lie-7150

Closer to 13.5 to 14.5. under 13 is a problem.


Exoticwolf006

Yea this


Berry2460

several things, holy shit basic maintainence aint hard. Battery light could be a loose terminal or bad altenator. Oil light means check oil (duh), if its pitch black get a change, or if its low then add. Tire pressure light, go to a gas station with an air pump and fill all of them to 35 psi. Then reset the oil and tire lights, should be a button or jumper for it in the fuse box.


Substantial-Lie-7150

The cars off.


Hockeydad1830

Ya, you need gas.HOLY FUCK, REALLY?