When i accelerate it jolts really bad and sometimes i step on the gas and it doesnt accelerate. The Other issue is when i have been running it for a while it begins to putt-putt and then it turns off i think it might have something to do with the oxygen somethine or another but would someone give me something to head in the right direction please...
2006-09-08 15:19:21 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
timing belt. It is not really worth fixing. Start saving for a new car
2006-09-08 15:24:59 · answer #1 · answered by sillyg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In real time, there are a host of causes for your signs and symptoms.
Best place to start, does the check engine light come on when this occurs?
It is pretty hard to see while you are driving because Ford didn't want to spend the money to redesign the instrument panel.
Look to the right of the steering wheel, just left of the radio console area. There should be a rectangular amber colored warning light that says "Check Engine".
If it does come on, you need to address the malfunctions that the codes represent.
At this point, you need to have either a code reader, or know how to use a jumper-wire to pull "flash codes". If you can do this, do so and check a manual for definitions.
If this is beyond your ability or if you are unsure, it might be better for you to just bite the bullet and pay a REPUTABLE shop to diagnose it for you.
I am told that some parts stores like AUTOZONE will pull your codes, but I don't think they do it for cars older than 1996. Wouldn't hurt to call and ask.
Other things to check are trans. fluid (Jolt), engine mounts, Fuel filter or fuel pump, ignition coil and coil wire.
Most other things will cause the "Check Engine" light to come on.
The oxygen sensor won't cause what you are dealing with.
If you get some more info, E-Mail me at casmgtek@yahoo.com.
Good Luck
2006-09-08 15:36:17 · answer #2 · answered by Ironhand 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could be having one of a numberous things but as one said, fuel problems like a bad fuel pump would do the symptoms you describe.... another is the ignition system had issues with it and will sometimes cause the same issue.
The o2 sensor won't cause it to run that bad......
o2 sensors get blamed for more stuff than they actually do sometimes...
depending upon if you work on cars as a shadetree if you want to pull the trouble codes or not as autozone I don't think messes with anything before 1996 (but there are numberous websites that tell you how to do it on older Fords.. like http://www.tomco-inc.com/Tech_Tips/ttt6.pdf )
but best bet would be a real technician to find the real problem
2006-09-08 17:09:43 · answer #3 · answered by gearbox 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a pair of issues to verify in case you've not already. gasoline clear out, appears like it would want to be starving for gasoline. verify your TPS and no concern cleansing the MAF in case you employ the right cleanser and do not contact the skinny cord. the very undeniable reality that when cleansing the IAC it idled wisely for a short while can be a clue. How properly did you sparkling the throttle body? It desires to be doused sturdy throughout. If that fails i might want to replace the IAC.
2016-11-25 21:27:35 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only two..come on the Taurus rarely made it over 70k without replacing 2 water pumps and a transmission and don't forget the power steering pump air conditioner and radiator..You soo lucky round eyes.
2006-09-08 15:27:35 · answer #5 · answered by Middle-Age-Man 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the first problem is you bought a Ford
the 2nd could be the fuel filter.
2006-09-08 15:29:24 · answer #6 · answered by alibaba 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like a fuel problem. check your fuel pump and fuel filter.
2006-09-08 15:38:53 · answer #7 · answered by red_head 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a chevy
2006-09-08 15:25:10 · answer #8 · answered by kc9eum 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be many things. it could be the fuel injectors are dirty or clogged. buy fuel injection cleaner. try it out. it won't kill you to try it out. it could be that simple.
2006-09-11 18:50:42 · answer #9 · answered by Orlando V 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋