too lean issue?
#2
RE: too lean issue?
If it were me, I'd go to my local Ford dealership and complain about the problem - be nice, but firm. Since it's a TSB, they aren't required to repair your vehicle, but might do so anyway for several reasons. This problem is apparently already under investigation; your complaint adds to the total number of complaints by other Windstar owners, which will be reported to the NHTSA (it wouldn't hurt to complain directly to the NHTSA also); anddealerships usually try to keep their regular customers happy for future business and referrals.
If you get no resolution from the above, here's a link that's helpful in resolving your problem: http://leckemby.net/windstar/windstar01.html
If you get no resolution from the above, here's a link that's helpful in resolving your problem: http://leckemby.net/windstar/windstar01.html
#5
RE: too lean issue?
I would suspect that there isa vacuum leak in the bellows of one of your IMRC's. IMRC is short for intake manifold runner control and they are notorious for failing on the Windstar. Our van would stall out intermittently for no apparent reason. I had to replace both IMRC's in our van since both eventually developed leaks. They are fairly easy to replace but the parts are very expensive ($180-$250 each)and the dealer will rip you off on the labor.There are only three small screws, an IMRC linkage, and a vacuum line connected tothe IMRC. Be careful not to break thesmall plastic(teflon?) bushing (like I did) because the dealer will charge you $8 for that little piece of hardware.
#6
RE: too lean issue?
I have a 2002 windstar with a 3.8L V-6 engine that had a similar problem. Got some insight on a site similar to this. Changed out the upper intake manifold gaskets and cleared the computer by unhooking the battery for about 20 minutes, and the problem seems to have been solved. Cost of parts: around $15.00 from dealership. Time to replace: about 2 hours with some assistance from my father. Very limited mechanical aility on my part. Savings: $400- $500 as quoted by a dealership. Make sure you ask for the upper set of gaskets (total of 6 in a bag) because there are also a set of lower gaskets (maybe 2). Be careful with the hoses and electrical connectors to make sure everything gets hooked back up correctly. Good luck!!!
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