If you do receive error codes, chances are that is your problem and you will then be aware of what it is and what it will cost to clear it up and not have some mechanic charging you for his time doing exploratory diagnostics and charging you an arm and a leg just to find out whats wrong. So, last week I started having trouble starting it in the morning. Tell me, what do you want me to do? It only did it at first when I was slowing down with and without the brakes. The fuel filter looked like it had been there, untouched for 12 years. I remember when my dad had a 58 Pontiac Bonnevilleā¦ wish I had one today. He is not on any contract with me. If it comes out the oil fill hole when the cap is removed, suspect an intake manifold gasket.
I'll be also focusing on the exhaust leak and I'll let the mechanic decide on what has to be done in regards to this. If it runs then for sure a pump issue. You up for dropping the gas tank? The car is sitting on a slight incline, in the parking lot. I've had success burping it the way I mentioned, and even though I'm running a 5. Also have you ever had the fluid and filter changed in the transmission? Then I tried starting it again. Guys, here is a prime case of why it's so important to post the Model Year of your car.
Sometimes I can go a month without it happening, sometimes it feels it's the whole month that it is happening. I am so happy with my decision to go with this car. Temperature does not seem to be a factor as it has happened in the heat of summer and dead of winter both when the car is cold and hot. I have read articles all day hoping that it would be that simple to fix when i get home tonight. Our Take on the 2001 Ford Mustang One nagging question kept creeping into my mind while I was roaring around in the Ford Mustang Bullitt: Do I really feel like Steve McQueen? How much are you willing and capable of doing by yourself? Anyway, my mechanic eventually figured out that the wires going into the plug in that part were loose. Before I call the dealer and pay 4x what I should for this, what do you think it could be? The alignment of shift linkage can also affect the switches. If it does and the car has moderate front end damage, I would leave it untill you are sure the sensors aren't damaged.
It is not behind the pulley. It's pretty easy to remove the door panel. Simply put, you cannot get more performance for the money. But this is the frist time that i have had to actually start loosening some bolts to fix something. The problem seemed to have go away but it didn't take long to show back up and I've been driving with it ever since hoping the engine light would come on.
And that is a pretty common story among entry level mustang owners. I need to get this fixed before the bad winter weather comes. The oxygen in that air gets detected by the oxygen sensor, and the computer only knows that side of the engine is running lean. When the weekend comes, I can't wait to take it out and make excuses to go out with it. Check your brakelights if this is an automatic. What you want to look at is which way that is moving in relation to how the idle speed is changing. It al depends on what you want in a car and what your budget allows.
That will cause an increase in engine speed without a corresponding increase in power. She gave it to me as a wedding gift this year. After getting back home they pulled the spark plugs and most were worn down and full of lead deposits from the leaded fuel used in those days. I don't even know if the cone shaped one is the temp sensor on the left or if it isn't even for my '98. I jumped to the conclusion that it was the thermastat.
Although in the last six months I do average about 200 miles per week on it. Better suspension, a stronger rear end, better rims for higher quality tires. The temp at the time was 38 degrees and had been raining mixed with snow earlier -- what could be causing this problem? If not the battery is dead. It has been pampered and garaged. If any of those readings aren't steady, start by checking their connectors for corrosion on the terminals or loose-fitting terminals.
So once engine is turning over and car not starting try pouring just a little fuel inside the fuel bowl and try starting the car. I only replaced the one on the right, and that one had an end that wouldn't fit the plug you can see on the left. Any ideas where it mau be??????????? The sound of the V8 is Amazing and feels great. Ive had a V6 and i ran into head gasket trouble at 100000km. Also on the the latches sometimes they dip them in plastic. My car tends to fill with fumes when at idle, especially in enclosed parking spaces like parking decks so this problem has been a growing priority to have taken care of. Come to find out it is no.
He said it was very clean and a good buy. Or you can take the door inner door cover off and try to squirt some oil into the door ajar. Front right speakers do not work. I had the sensors mixed up because the one they gave me didn't have any grooves on the outside, so it didn't matter what plug I tried it on. Yesterday, after a long day at work, I was ready to go home and I it happened again.
May 12, 2013 no its not your fuel pump its your fuel pressure regulator next time you try starting your cartry this go on car turn your key to on possition for 5 seconds repaet three to four times then start the car if it starts right away then that is your problem replace the fuel pressure regulator also replace your fuel filter ok let me know if you still need help ok Nov 12, 2012 Well, I have an 01 V6 Mustang as well. Automatics have a cut-out switch on the brake pedal lever. Mobil 1 5W20 is what is called for but its not uncommon to see mustangs running 5W30. Extremely fun car, handles the road very good and has the looks to turn heads. Note: When i replaced the water pump their was no signs of wear to the pump nor signs of fluid leaking from the weap holes. You need the dealer to run fault code testing on the Transmission control module, you may have an issue with the shift solenoids, the testing will confirm this is the case and not something more serious.