While driving there was a loud whining sound, the motor started shaking and it shut off?

2013 FORD C-MAX
300,000 MILES • 0.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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AYPROOFING
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Was driving started whining loudly and the motor started shaking and shut off. the yellow ranch light came on and a triangle with exclamation mark inside.
Oct 1, 2024 at 6:58 PM
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Does the engine have oil in it? How does it sound when you try and start the car now, can you please upload a short video of the engine cranking from under the hood? that would help me see what's going on. We should run the codes as well; this guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

We need more information to help you fix the car. Please go over this guide and get back to us.


Oct 2, 2024 at 11:33 AM
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