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megladon
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• Yuma, AZ, USA |
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• Registered on 5/9/2005 |
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 Posted:8/19/2005 21:30 |
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Hey, all....Just to let those that read my post from a few months back and left feed know that my problem has been pinpointed and cured. Turns out my problem was the fuel pump and relay. A bit more pricey than the suspected Idle Air Control Valve at $700 (diagnostics, parts and labor). I did get a chance to see the fuel tank off the vehicle and good God that thing is huge!!!!  |
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birdman127
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• baltimore, MD, USA |
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• Registered on 10/13/2002 |
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• 581 posts |
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 Posted:9/7/2005 18:49 |
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Please give me your problems....I have a hard stating problem and I have replaced the filter twice,plugs, AIC,cleaned the replacement air filter also to no luck. My warranty expires in 2 months so I need to act quick!!!Thanks
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megladon
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• Yuma, AZ, USA |
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• Registered on 5/9/2005 |
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• 18 posts |
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Posted:9/14/2005 14:48 |
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The problem started when I lost grip of the key when it was cranking and it didn't get a chance to fire off. First thing in the morning or after sitting for 7-8 hours, it would start fine. But after short trips I would have to crank, let off the key, then crank again tapping the the gas pedal, like starting a carbuereted engine. After a few months, it would take several turns of the key to fire up, but eventually would start....until the day the pump died. I tried ordering a new IAC from several web sites and autoparts stores in town with no luck. Everyone told me to go to the Ford dealer, if I dared...Here in Yuma the dealer doesn't have a very good reputation. So I had it rollbacked to my usual garage and they narrowed it down to the fuel pump and fuel pump relay. I figure after 147,000 miles at 12mpg, it was just worn out! I hope this helps and good luck! |
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