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1996 Ford Windstar

Question: Engine cuts out dies

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knite81321, 3.0L V6, Commerce City, CO, April 06, 2011, 13:56

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I have allready replaced my fuel pump and fuel filter but the enginge will cut out out and wont start until it sits for a period of time. What else could be the problem

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  Downing Street Garage (1229 Answers) , Denver, CO - (720) 266-4652

  douglassdowningstreetgarage April 06, 2011, 14:06
  

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  The first thing to do is see if you are losing spark or fuel when it dies and won't restart. If it's losing spark, replace the TFI module. Very common of these Fords.
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  knite81321, April 06, 2011, 14:34
  

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  ok i have spark. it will run for about a week. i thought it might be relay switch or a possible fuse. is that possible?
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