1996 Ford Mustang pinging noise

1996 FORD MUSTANG
186,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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When taking off fast and holding down on gas steadily there is a small pinging noise. What is this and how to fix??
Oct 16, 2010 at 10:37 AM
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BLACKOP555
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sounds like pre-igntion. i would start by checking the spark plugs make sure they are gapped right and not too contaminated.

from there try a higher grade of fuel at the pump next time. also is your vehicle distributed?
Oct 17, 2010 at 10:48 AM
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