Calling all car owners

Calling all car owners
Years ago when there was a problem with our cars, we'd take it to the mechanic. When we had a question we'd ask our neighbor or family member. Advice was limited to who was nearby or available. Now with the Internet, information is a mouse click away.

Consumer Reports' cars owners' forums is a place where you can connect with other drivers online. Whether you own an Acura, a Volvo, or any make in between, our discussion forums can help you answer a question about your car, give insights on your particular vehicle, or get advice on what to buy. Best of all, these forums are free to visitors. Check it out--we're ready to hear from you.

For expert insights and advice on car maintenance and repair, we have the John's Tool Box available for online subscribers. This popular forum is hosted by Consumer Reports auto technician John Ibbotson, who is a professional mechanic and supervises the ever-busy shop at the CR test track.

--Liza Barth

Comments

[Robert Pederson]

I have a 2001 Ford Explorer and it kind of chugs sometimes when its at idle, and if cold enough, when I start it, it runs for a little while, then dies. Do you think this is the fuel filter, the fuel pump, or something completely different?