Engine Stalls, Engine Will Crank but Not Start: Ford Tempo Electrical System

Problem overview

A faulty Thick Film Ignition (TFI) module and stator can cause the engine to stall, and the engine may crank but not start. Replace the TFI module and stator at the distributor if diagnosis shows these to be the source of the problem.

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5 model years affected

Average mileage: 23,400 miles

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Engine Stalls, Engine Will Crank but Not Start on Ford Tempo

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