Ford Windstar Cranks No Start

FORD WINDSTAR
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DDENTLY52
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car turns over but doesn't start, replace distrubutor cap rotor ignition coil and ignition wires still nothing, start turns engine get sparks from plugs but nothing no start? please help!!
Apr 5, 2006 at 6:54 AM
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SPONGER
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A bad ignition control module will keep your car from starting. You may want to do a test on the ICM before you go buy one. I have a 1994 Ford Explorer and the ICM for my truck was a little over 150 dollars. Also, try checking your other relays and sensors... namely the crankshaft position sensor.
Apr 5, 2006 at 7:18 AM
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PEPPERMRJ
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Only on cars that have one. What year, make, model, and mileage?

Sponger is giving you good advice. Follow it and let us know.

Good luck. :)
Apr 5, 2006 at 10:51 AM

Suggested Repair

Test the ignition control module before replacing it, and check related relays and the crankshaft position sensor. Confirm the vehicle has an ICM; year and mileage are still needed.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a Ford Windstar says the engine cranks and spark is present at the plugs, but it will not start after the distributor cap, rotor, ignition coil, and plug wires were replaced. A reply says a bad ignition control module can prevent starting and recommends testing it and checking relays and the crankshaft position sensor. The expert agrees and asks for year, make, model, and mileage, noting an ICM applies only if the vehicle has one.

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