2003 Ford Windstar Won't restart after engin warm up if eng

2003 FORD WINDSTAR

93,500 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC

LLOYD BAIRD

MEMBER
1 POST

This Windstar will not restart after starting and driving the car for any distance. Example: I start the car and drive to a store, shut the engine off and while the engine is still warm I try to restart the car and it won't start,,,,it acts as thoufh it is flooded. I wait till the egine cools (15 minutes to a half hour) and then it starts OK.
My wife also drives this car and I do not want this to happen to her. an you tell me what to replace to fix it??

Sep 26, 2010 at 8:31 AM

RASMATAZ

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
75,992 POSTS

Next time it refuses to start don't wait for it to make up its mind-do below immediately to determine if its fuel or spark.

Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine atleast 3/16 away from ground-have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,cap and rotor,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it and keep testing.

Sep 26, 2010 at 9:09 AM

Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.