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BOBBI_LEBLANC
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Hey there:

I own a 1998 Ford Windstar Northwoods Edition Minvan, which I bought in August of 05'. It seems that everytime I put gas in my van, a month or so later the engine light comes on, So I go to a machanic and he tells me it's a faulty gas cap. Yes I bought a new one (Gas Cap) and the problem is still there.
I have paid over 100 dollars for these machanics to take the light off (20 dollars each visit) , but the problem persists. What the heck can I do?
I can't seem to get a response from Ford and I looked to see if it was a recall, Nothing....
Please let me, I am willing to put type over the light.

Thanks
Bobbi Leblanc[/b]
Apr 2, 2006 at 7:51 AM
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EATBEANSMRBEAN
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Well this might be because something with your car computer is wrong. It might be sending false alarms.
Apr 2, 2006 at 9:32 AM
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ANDYMAN
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i've seen sometimes the code says that its the gas cap but it is actually the fuel vapor selinoid not working properly, seen it on a toyota camery, hope i could help.
Apr 8, 2006 at 1:11 PM
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