1992 F150 4.9 L and mechanics are scratching their heads. It starts when the sun comes out and it reaches at least 60 degrees. what are two different pro mechanics overlooking. cold weather seems to be the thing. one said maybe it something to do with fuel emission hookup but they have no idea. paid to have it hauled in a couple of weeks ago and when they tried it was a warmer day and it cranked fine. they cannot figure it out. what the hell is the matter and please don't say it is the blue oval in the grille. have never had any vehicle do this particular thing.
2007-12-16 08:07:05 · 2 answers · asked by NYC Sewers 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I could not say for certain, but it is probably just the battery. Cold weather is hard on batteries; AND it takes more power (amps) to start a vehicle when it is cold. Heat is hard on batteries, draining their amps. It should not be the fuel line, unless there is some condensation. You might try some of that fuel line antifreeze (or drying agent) to see if that clears it up. You have a better chance of solving the problem than the so-called experts.
Also, Fords are notoriously cold-blooded; a Chevy or Dodge will run easily, but in a Ford you have to depress the accelerator a good deal more to get it going. We have a Ford Ranger, Chevy van, Saturn and Jeep. I love them all...just have to remember the idiosyncrisies of each vehicle.
2007-12-16 13:12:40 · answer #1 · answered by Nothingusefullearnedinschool 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
what temp is the battery rated for that could be your problem and the only problem ive had from the blue oval in the grill is automatic transmissins and noisy fuel pumps
2007-12-16 16:19:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋