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.
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Ford Windstar Vacuum Leaks From Intake Area Causing Lean Condition
Ford Windstar Problem
54 Reports
Model Years Affected: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Engines Affected: 3.0L V6, 3.8L V6
Average Mileage: 115,847 mi (15,000 mi - 202,418 mi)
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jkr5210, 2000 Ford Windstar, 3.8L V6Rookie
I had the p0171 code so I replaced the pcv valve I removed the check engine light. Now I have recieved the p0174 light? I hear a hiss like a leak but cant fine it. I sprayed carburator cleaner to see if the idle changes but didnt notice any change. Also there is some kind of hesitation on take off? What can it be?
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Visitor, 2003 Ford Windstar, 94,000 mi
Check engine light, lean codes. Purchased intake gasket kit from Advance Auto Parts. Had purchase new intake isolator bolts online, as ford has changed the design. Also replaced spark plugs and wires, as its easier to reach the plugs on the back side with the intake off. Replaced upper radiator hose because had to disconnect from lower air intake. Total cost of parts was approximately $230.00.
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Visitor, 2003 Ford Windstar, 80,000 mi
Codes P0171 & P0174- engine runs lean, check engine light is on. Diagnosed at dealer wants $950.00. I am getting other estimates
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Visitor, 2000 Ford Windstar, 3.0L V6
got codes p0171 and p0174 so we changed the o2 sensors all 4 after that started it up ran for a little then acted like it was choking and died got another code p0134 changed that sensor again still does the same damn thing starts up then dies the more times we start it the faster it dies and runs our battery dead..
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Fordtrouble2006, 2001 Ford Windstar, 80,000 miRookie
I had this same problem. Seemed like a power drop and the engine light would come on. My mechanic said the is a know FORD problem with the intake and there actually a Intake manifold kit to fix the problem. Of coarse Ford will not step up and fix the problem. The repair Cost $800 but has run great ever since. Another poor Ford design.
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Visitor, 2003 Ford Windstar, 129,300 mi
Code P0171 and P0174. Cyl 1 and 4 lean. Check engine light comes on and will stay off 24-36 hours when I turn it off. Is this caused by vacuum leak somewhere?
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Visitor, 2000 Ford Windstar, 3.8L V6, 180,000 mi
leak in the vaccume, causing car to rev and jump when idoling. have to have constant pressure on the gas when idoling to stop van from jumping in place or dying.
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Visitor, 2001 Ford Windstar, 3.8L V6, 121,946 mi
I currently have this issue, need to repair. Any suggestions?
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Visitor, 2002 Ford Windstar
we are still trying to get it fixed
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Visitor, 2000 Ford Windstar, 3.8L V6, 122,000 mi
Both banks running lean.They changed the intake manifold gaskets and 6 months later the same BS. They tightened all the bolts and that lasted 3 weeks.Last week they said the fuel pressure was low (22PSI) so the fuel pump and all the filters were changed.Three days later another check engine light.They said it was because of the cold weather and if you let it set in idle for two long when you are letting the engine warm up it would cause the check engine light would come on. Now I was told it won't matter and the manifolds would have to be pulled and they would silicone the gaskets so it doesn't leak anymore. I was also told that I could drive the van for 20,000 miles with no problems. They would split the repair with me but not until the weather warms up.
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