1996 F250

1996 FORD F-250
86,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CSANDJMOM
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We just replaced the starter and both fuel pumps, plus new spark plug wires and spark plugs in our 1996 F250(if was makng a grinding noise when started and was dying when you came to a stop. Now it is running rough and dies when put into gear.
It only has 86000 miles on it.
Any idea?
Nov 15, 2010 at 3:50 PM
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HMAC300
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checkyour fuel pressure and look for a vacuum leak. also replaceyour fuelfilter. then check for a vacuum leak and take chokecleaner and spray the throttle plate on both sides along with the idleair control valve. they tend to gum up with oil. and cause idle problems.
Nov 15, 2010 at 4:01 PM
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