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2001 Ford Windstar

The Check Engine Light May Illuminate Due to an Intake Manifold Vacuum Leak

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The Check Engine Light may illuminate with fault code P0171 and/or P0174 stored, indicating a lean fuel mixture. Our technicians tell us the left valve cover gasket, upper intake gaskets, vacuum line, and bolts may need to be replaced with updated parts to correct this concern.

26 Reports

Warped Front Brake Rotors Can Cause Steering Wheel Shimmy

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Warped front brake rotors may cause the steering wheel to shimmy when the brakes are applied. Our technicians tell us the brake rotors and pads should  be replaced to correct this concern.

13 Reports

Knocking Noise Due to Broken Intake Runner

Verified for the Ford Windstar

A knocking noise from the upper engine area may indicate a loose intake runner. Our technicians tell us if this is the case, replacement of the upper intake clamshell will be necessary.

13 Reports

Transmission Fluid leak

Reported by Fordtrouble2006 for the Ford Windstar

Had a terriable transmission leak that the mechanic couldn't nail down. When they pulled the transmission the automatic clutch assembly crumbled. Mechanic was amazed the car still moved. Cost $1500 to rebuild.

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