while I was stopped at an intersection. After a few swear words, I was able to start it right up again, and I haven't had a problem with it since (this was earlier today and I've driven it a few more times since). It's a 1994 Mercury Topaz, and it's recently had a lot of work done to it, and I haven't ever had this problem with it before. It's got a full tank of gas. It's also really cold out today (-3, with wind chill -18) so I imagine that makes a difference, but my real question is,
Is this something I need to worry about if it just happened once?
Thanks :)
2007-02-04 04:52:57 · 7 answers · asked by somebody 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
One of the most common reasons for a ford to stall at a stop is build up around the throttle plate and iac (idle air control) motor. You should have them cleaned, usually done along with an injector service, and have the rest of the tune-up items checked.
There are other things that could cause this but unless it gets worse I would start with the cleaning.
2007-02-04 05:09:49 · answer #1 · answered by Mark D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pour a pint of gas line anti freeze in the tank. most times a few drops of water can freeze up in the gas line and cause stalling.
2007-02-04 05:00:33 · answer #2 · answered by paul k 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't be worried at all. It is probably time (or overdue) for a tune up. Cold weather will amplify the need for a tune up.
2007-02-04 05:10:50 · answer #3 · answered by boogie2510 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
And, make sure you warm it up a good 5-10 mins too.
2007-02-04 05:07:08 · answer #4 · answered by Tumbleweed 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
heya i had the same problem about a yr ago and found out it was my starter and so i replaced it and have no other problems since go have it checked out take it to advanced and they will check it for free
and the alternator to
2007-02-04 05:02:29 · answer #5 · answered by blue2lady2001 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have a loose ground wire some where in your car.
pass bye Auto Zone ask them to scan it.
tell us ,those code .
2007-02-04 04:58:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
visit the nearest FORD service center and have your vehicle checked and observed!
2007-02-04 05:03:05 · answer #7 · answered by expresslover 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋