sounds like starter.
Feb 13, 2006 at 4:24 PM
Ford Windstar Intermittent Starting
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Itermittent starting issues should have both the charging system and starting system checked.
Check the wires and connections for the battery, starter, and alternator. Connections clean and tight? Wires have any insulation worn off or interior corrosion?
Check the serpentine belt. Has it stretched passed the usable limit? Is it cracked?
Check the belt tensioner. Is it applying good tension. Is it's pulley turning freely?
Have your battery, alternator, and starter tested. A lot of chain stores will perform these tests free of charge.
Good luck and post back with your results. :)
Check the wires and connections for the battery, starter, and alternator. Connections clean and tight? Wires have any insulation worn off or interior corrosion?
Check the serpentine belt. Has it stretched passed the usable limit? Is it cracked?
Check the belt tensioner. Is it applying good tension. Is it's pulley turning freely?
Have your battery, alternator, and starter tested. A lot of chain stores will perform these tests free of charge.
Good luck and post back with your results. :)
Feb 15, 2006 at 4:14 AM
Suggested Repair
Check battery, starter, and alternator wires and connections for looseness, worn insulation, or corrosion. Inspect the serpentine belt for stretch or cracks and confirm the tensioner applies good tension and its pulley turns freely. Have the battery, alternator, and starter tested.
Conversation Summary
The original post was removed; the remaining note suggested a starter problem. The expert advised checking both the charging and starting systems for intermittent starting issues, including battery, starter, and alternator connections, the serpentine belt and tensioner, and free testing of the battery, alternator, and starter.