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1997 Ford Taurus

Question: Problems with engine computer?

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manhan111, 3.0L V6, Greenville, SC, June 14, 2009, 10:14

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When in drive the power steering does not work, neither does the power windows, nor the volume on the car radio.But in neutral or park everything works fine. Is it a problem with the computer?

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• Answer #1

  poppers July 05, 2009, 05:38
  

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  Hi sorry I do not have an answer for you, but I was hoping you found what the problem is, because I am having the same problem with my car. A lot of weird things happening. Hoping to get an answer from you. Also have family not to far from you in Simpsonville very nice area.
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  amyinflorida July 17, 2009, 13:19
  

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  Also do not have the answer, but have the same problem.
  if anyone finds out please email me! I will keep checking back to see. I have also seen this posted on other sites as well.

  Update- found this info on site for taurus club of america, might be answer
  http://www.tauruscarclub.com/forum/lofiversion/index.php/...
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  emb1230 July 28, 2009, 00:38
  

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  I replaced this a little over a year ago, it's called a Transmission Range Sensor and it sits on top of the transmission, hope this helped.
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