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KEN L
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Keep on them it is obvious they messed something up.
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Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019 AT 12:51 PM (Merged)
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Van has been at ford dealership since tuesday they told me today it should be done monday
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Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken
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I got van back they replaced the starter( starter was replaced 3 months ago). They also replaced the cam sensor and synchronizer. So far van has been starting with no noise at all.
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Glad we could get it fixed please use 2CarPros. Com anytime we are here to help

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One thing after another driving highway it wasnt picking up speed and rpms go as high as 3-4 sometimes 5. Wouldnt go past 40
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2004 ford freestar engine dies even while driving
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Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019 AT 12:51 PM (Merged)
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I have a 2004 Freestar, mine will do the same thing. My mechanic says that what is happening is the key is wore out. The security chip is in the ignition switch and the key is not quite connecting with the chip so the security system is trying to somewhat shut down. He had me make a new key and it hasnt done it since. The new key has a more snug fit so it fits the connectors of the security chip like it should. Fords can be so tempermental. Try this.
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Please start another question for this
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Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019 AT 12:51 PM (Merged)
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Check fuel pump pressure, and if the check engine light is on, have the computer scanned for codes. NOTE: Most parts stores will scann it for free.
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Just paid $700 having vacuum line replaced among other things but still having the same problem. When it stalls out when driving everything shuts down and its hard to break or steer and all the engine lights go on. But then it starts back up like nothing happened. The mechanic checked all the codes and said the vacume line was the problem but the issue is not resolved.
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Sounds like a loose wire on the ignition, it may be vibrating loose and shutting the engine down, get the mechanic who did the work to check this out.
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Engine Performance problem
2004 Ford Freestar 6 cyl Automatic 89,000 miles

About two weeks ago the engine light went on but, the car was running fine. We continued to use it and put medium grade fuel in it. The light shut off and ran fine. Today when you turn the key, it starts but intantly shuts down. Depressing the gas peddle to rev the engine does nothing. Any ideas? It was thinking the o2 sensor or the pvc valve? The other thought I had was the fuel injectors? Should we try an additive? Help us, Please.
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Hi kmt69321@aol. Com, Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation

Lets start by checking the fuel pressure to rule the fuel filter and fuel pump-we start here, get back with some results that we can continue to assist
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Six cylinder automatic 102,000 miles.

I have the vehicle listed above 4.2L. It stalls when the engine tries to idle and will not go faster than thirty mph, choking the whole time. I have replaced the IAC valve, fuel filter and catalytic converter, but none of that fixed the problem. I am about to pull out! Can you help?
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Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019 AT 12:52 PM (Merged)
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This sounds like you have a plugged exhaust when you did the catalytic converter did they check the muffler?

Here is a guide that shows how to confirm the plugged exhaust by loosening the exhaust head pipes:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-catalytic-converter

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers
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Thanks for the suggestion. I had the same problem and the muffler was full of catalytic converter material.
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I got 2 codes on this ford p1235 and p2008. It starts but doesn't stay running. It feels like it's not getting gas. What could the problem be?
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Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019 AT 12:52 PM (Merged)
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P1235 - Fuel Pump Control Out Of Range

P2008 - Intake Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) Circuit Open (Bank 1). The IMRC'S (intake manifold runner control) are what make an intake both a long runner and short runner intake. For upper rpm power or wide open throttle the butterflies open, for around town they stay closed. They have a sensor(s) and either vacuum motors or electric motors. The IMRC'S are located between the upper intake plenum and lower intake manifold. In your case the butterflies may be stuck open causing a lean condition and a miss or the engine to die. If I recall, this will also cause the fuel pump control to go a little crazy. I think you have a vacuum leak to the IRMC (bank one) or a bad electrical connection (corrosion) causing your problem.
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Im in the middle of the road and its raining when suddenly the engine shut down, and now the van when I sart it the lights are flashing and it wont sart anymore. Whats the problem?
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