2005 Ford Freestar
#1
2005 Ford Freestar
Hi, I have a 2005 ford freestar and it's having problems. After about 30-40 minutes of driving, if you're stopped and take off it has trouble accelerating. The rpm jumps to 3000-4000 rpms then it catches and starts picking up more speed. I just replaced the transmission thinking that was the problem but it's still doing it. Can anyone help me with this? Please
#2
Why did you think it was the transmission?
How many miles do you have on it (about 100K, I guess). It probably needs a tune up with new plugs, wires, and coil pack. check for vacuum leaks and the IMRC control bushings as well.
How many miles do you have on it (about 100K, I guess). It probably needs a tune up with new plugs, wires, and coil pack. check for vacuum leaks and the IMRC control bushings as well.
#3
It has 142,660 miles on it. I purchased it used last month and I only drove it for 2 days. I took it to my mechanic to check it out. Also when it started messing up, the powertrain malfunction light came on. The mechanic scanned it and he got a code for "gear 2 unbalanced ratio". He ended up keeping it to check it out more and he said the whole transmission would need to be replaced. So I ended up taking it to a mechanic that the dealer worked with because he agreed to pay for half. Took about 3 weeks to finally get it done and it's still doing it. The 2nd mechanic did say that I might need a new coil pack though.
#4
The 2nd mechanic did say that I might need a new coil pack though
There you go! Do all of this: plugs, wires, and coilpack. It is not all that expensive. The little bushings for the IMRC are $3 or $4.
By the ay the Freestar is a warmed over Windstar. Most Windstar information is applicable to the Freestar. Here is an example:
https://www.fordforum.com/forum/wind...ng-like-29008/
There you go! Do all of this: plugs, wires, and coilpack. It is not all that expensive. The little bushings for the IMRC are $3 or $4.
By the ay the Freestar is a warmed over Windstar. Most Windstar information is applicable to the Freestar. Here is an example:
https://www.fordforum.com/forum/wind...ng-like-29008/
Last edited by bluewind; 03-18-2013 at 02:47 PM. Reason: more info
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