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Ford Windstar
The Windstar was a minivan manufactured by the American automaker Ford Motor Company. This front wheel drive (FWD) minivan was manufactured in two generation models from 1994 to 2003.
2,843 Questions
How do you disable traction control windstar?
Since this varies by model and model year, it's best to the the Owners Manual for your vehicle - which has information about the traction controls and the on/off switching.
There's also an extensive bit of traction control information in the "Related Questions"
How can you tell you need to change the water pump on a ford windstar?
See "Related Questions" below for information on diagnosing overheating problems - and even how-to-replace a water pump instructions.
The ABS warning light is being triggered by something else - likely a wheel sensor is sending off a trouble code.
I had my ABS codes read by a well equipped tire shop - I suspect a brake shop, general repair/service shop, of course the dealer, can read these codes and help diagnose the problem.
In my case, the left front ABS wheel sensor had failed - $45 (dealer price), and 20 minute DIY replacement job: ABS warning light immediately cleared itself the next time I started the vehicle.
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It could be worn struts, worn bushings, worn ball joints or tie rods. Just jack it up and find out which parts are loose.
Why is your 2001 Ford windstar overheating?
my 2001 ford windstar is still overheating even though i changed out the thermostat. what could it be?
How do you replace front struts on a 1991 Chevy Corsica?
get spring compressor or rent 1 loosen front wheels located to big bolts at bottom of strut remove you will need a rubber mallet to hit the large bolts out of strut and hub assembly then remove 19mm bolt and coter pin from outter tie rod dont hit bolt from underneath hit strut w/ hammer til the tie rod loosens the go to under hood locate stut tower remove 3 13mm bolts remove strut apply spring compressor to spring compress the u will need to open end wrenchs to take top bolt off be carefully spring must be securly in compressor and compressed far enough down pull spring off place spring onto new strut tighten down top retaining bolt uncompress spring reverse order of steps when putting back in put top 3 bolts in strut tower first the put back larger hub/strut bolts the 19mm tie rod bolt w/ coter pin you will need a wheel alignment after you done chaning both struts
I would guess the level sensor float-arm is stuck - try banging the bottom of the tank with a 2x4 piece of wood - not too hard, just seeing if the arm will come loose.
If not, essentially the only way of getting at the sensor is by dropping the gas tank.
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Is there a fuse for 03 windstar's obd2?
On a 2003 Ford Windstar fuse ( # 17 ) is a 20 amp fuse for the Datalink
Connector , Cigarette lighter / Powerpoint
What relay is connected to the windshield wipers on a 2000 Ford Windstar?
First place to look is the Owners Manual.
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How do you replace a stuck wheel stud?
There are several methods to remove a frozen bolt or stud.
The first and easiest method is to apply a penetrant (not a lubricant) and let it soak, overnight if necessary - something like PB Blaster is excellent, and will work much better than the more popular WD-40.
If you don't have the patience for penetrants, you can try applying heat to the wheel hub with a torch. Propane will be OK, but MAPP gas is hotter and will therefore work better. Don't apply the heat to the stud, as that will expand it tighter into the hole. You want to heat the hub so the hole gets larger, freeing the stud for removal.
If the stud is still stuck and the hub must remain on the car, you can try a deadblow hammer or mallet, with several nuts turned onto the stud to protect the threads and to maximize the area you can strike with the mallet.
Lastly, you will have to remove the hub if nothing else has worked and use a shop press to press out the stud.
Good luck!
How do you tell if starter or fuse is bad?
Remove starter and bench test it for operation and current draw
How do you fix washer fluid leak under the passenger side of a Ford Windstar?
The fluid hose is a small hard black hose.
As it leaves the bottom of the reservoir, it traces along the passenger side Of the engine compartment (kinda down low) until the back corner (behind the power steering reservoir) and it comes upwards - it then turns the corner across to the right along the firewall.
It then takes a 90 degree turn and enters the windshield 'cowl' panel - right near the cabin filter cover. (see Owners Manual and/or Related Questions below)
Inside the cowl, there is a junction to the passenger side nozzle, and continues on to end at the drivers side nozzle.
As you can imagine, there are a number of connectors in this length of hosing. Any one of them could come loose and be the source of the leak.
It's also possible for the leak to be under the top cowl panel and drain over towards the passenger side.
If you don't find the leak is before the cowl, the "Related Question" below provide great detail in how to remove the top panel and get at the rest of the hose and connections.
1999 ford windstar is hard to start and will not idle?
Take a look under the hood at the top of the engine on the right side of the intake manufold. There is a vacuum line that connects to a rubber boot. that boot pops off at times or may be torn. Replace the rubber connector and everything should be fine...
How do you remove the wheel hub Front on a 2000 Ford Windstar?
Try this:
I have a ford 1992 windstar and there was a 4th bolt that i didn't see at first. Try looking at it from different angles.
Where is the Rear Electronic Module located in a 1999 Ford Windstar Van?
REM (Rear Electronic Module) is located on the right rear side behind the jack. You must remove the bracket that holds the jack (three bolts), then move the insulating foam forward to expose the module.
CHow can you know if your pulley is bad or the entire tensioner assembly on a Windstar?
If the tensioner cannot put a full 'load' on a new belt (as shown by the wear indicator markings on the side of the tensioner) - it's likely the tensioner requires replacing.
NOTE: some sources recommend replacing it at 60,000
A bad pulley (bearing) would be making whining/screaming noises.
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Detonation of the fuel caused by timing to high and/or low octane fuel. Have someone check the timing and use a higher octane fuel maybe a booster.
Why would the temp gage shoot up to hot on your 2000 Mercury mount 4 lit?
You have a cooling system problem, most likely a stuck thermostat. The thermostats have been a problem in the Mountaineer/Explorer.
Where is the lift gate washer pump located on a 2000 windstar?
if there is 1 it would be back on the liftgate, but they usually are the same one as the front washers. there is just two lines that separate one for the front and one for the back.
When the check light is on why would the overdrive light come on and blink?
Have your TRS (transmission range sensor) checked out. I had the same problem. Took it to a mechanic where he diagnosed everything and then changed out the sensor = $150.24 (sensor was $51.99, rest was diagnisis & labor.
Does the E46 BMW M3 need to be topped off with oil regularly?
yes, it is designed that way and completely normal. <--- this is absurd!
No, not necessarily. I don't believe any manufacturer would design an engine to intentionally burn/lose oil. You may need to top off your oil regularly depending on a few factors; 1. the condition of your engine; If your need to top off your oil every few weeks chances are you have put a lot of wear and tear on your engine block. Consider having your piston seals replaced. 2. The type of oil you use; If you drive an M3 I would highly recommend using fully synthetic oil, some more expensive German oils have anti friction technology which makes it even harder to burn and improves overall performance. 3 the way you drive the car; obviously, if you drive for 130+ mph for extended periods of time and are using regular oil, you will definitely generate enough heat to lose some oil... so to answer your question, NO should not have to top off your oil regularly in your e46 M3, unless any of those three conditions apply. Now on that note, you should still check your oil level at least once a month, top it off if nessisary.
Personally I drove an e36 M3 for 10000 miles over 10 months, often at very high speeds for extended periods of time and never had to add a single drop oil. The engine is obviously in near flawless condition and I use Lubro Moly MoS2 Anti Friction 10w40 oil. If your looking for the ultimate engine oil they also make a 0w40 which is endorsed by BMW.
It is normal oil consumption for ANY BMW to burn 1 quart with in 3k miles(conventional or synthetic). Look it up on BMWTIS. 10k on 1 oil change for 10 months could be considered abuse. Conventional oil is 3k miles, synthetic is 6k miles, regardless of these 10k to 12k oils.
email me at dwightdbs@yahoo.com . I have the same problem.
Does the wipers and windows run on same fuse in windstar?
The wipers and power windows are separate fuse circuits.
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Repair O2 sensor 1995 ford windstar?
These sensors are not repairable, just replaceable.
Read through the "Related Questions" below for much more on O2 sensors, where they're located and some tips on replacing them.
