A bit OT, but I need urgent help (not BMW)

[ArtemLepilov]

Hello, I just got my family van diagnosed with a lot of problems - over $5k worth of.

I need a diagram of a Ford Duratec V6 2.5L engine if anybody has one I will try replacing the alternator as well as a few other things - they say the exhaust manifolds are leaking??? Is that even possible? could they mean a gasket? They also say there were carbon traced plugs there and one of the cylinders had a much lower compression - by 20PSI.

Thank you all in advance, Artem

Your help will be appreciated - I dont even know how to approach a ford engine really...

The minivan is a 2000 Mazda MPV btw..

[Denton]

I'd get another estimate.

Sorry I can't help more than that.

[ArtemLepilov]

No prob. I just found out that trade in value for the car (160+k miles) would be something like $1700-2400 depending on the condition/mileage and or a combination thereof. I think I will just trade that in and get some other car.

-Artem