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#2940 of 3006 Re: 2002 ford taurus water in trunk [bytesniffer] by krbest

Jun 07, 2010 (4:31 pm)

Replying to: bytesniffer (Aug 31, 2006 12:34 pm)
I have two 2003 Taurus. Both had water leaking into the trunk. I traced my problem and found the culprit to be the five black plastic fasteners which attach the bumper to the car. The are plug shaped with a philips head plastic screw in them. These plugs go through the metal right into the trunk cavity. You have to take off the black plastic cover that surrounds the opening for the trunck latch. This plate goes across the opening of the trunk and provides a trimmed finish. Takes this off and you will see the ends of these five, black plastic plugs sticking though the metal into the trunk area. The water runs along the outside on the top of the bumper and wickes its way underneath the heads of these plugs. These plugs are not providing a water tight seal and the water seeps in. I took these plugs out, coated them with clear silicone sealant, pushed them back into place and let silicone cure. I haven't had any water leaking into the runk since.
I know others have said it's the seal around the trunk but I don't think so. There doesn't appear to be any logical way for the water to jump over the seal and into the trunk.

#2941 of 3006 Re: 2001 Taurus LX wont restart when engine is warm [nh_taurus] by nasim

Jul 12, 2010 (9:07 pm)

Replying to: nh_taurus (May 11, 2009 4:19 am)
I am having the same problem with my 2001 Taurus for close to a year and a half. I changed all sensors, had a diagnostic check at the dealer that showed nothing, and still it is doing it. It happens only when the weather outside is hot and I have no problem in the winter when it is cold outside. The dealer said it could be the fuel pump but if it continues after replacing the fuel pump, then it's not the fuel pump. No one has a clear cut answer dor me on what it could be. When I turn the car off after driving it, I just noticed that my temperature gauge stays in the middle. Does this sound familiar to anyone else? Any suggestions and/or help? Every suggestion is appreciated. Thank you. I hope you are able to figure your problem out, too.

#2942 of 3006 97 sable electrical issues by cal1975

Aug 14, 2010 (11:46 am)

Same thing on mine, no windows, radio, brake lights and stuck in park anybody have any ideas. Checked all fuses and they where all good.

#2943 of 3006 2004 Taurus SES - Need a GURU by dochaley

Sep 12, 2010 (7:36 pm)

#2944 of 3006 2004 Taurus SES - Need a GURU by dochaley

Sep 12, 2010 (7:30 pm)

2004 SES came up with a pause or flat spot in the accelerator. Kinda bogged down from time to time.
 
Replaced all catalytic converters because the mechanic felt it was back pressure. WRONG
Replaced the fuel pressure regulator because the mechanic felt it was bad. WRONG
New plugs. WRONG
New fuel filter. WRONG
Yadda Yadda Yadda.
 
At times in a parking lot the RPM's will drop to 400, and the car will shake.
On the highway, no particular speed, with or without cruise control, it'll seem as if you've let off the accelerator and sometimes the accelerator pedal will vibrate.
Some times the engine RPM's will go up to 2800 to 3000 then drop back down, pushing the accelerator does nothing. Then suddenly it'll just reengage and take off. It's actually stalled once in stop and go traffic. Started up but took about 10 seconds.
 
I get 28 mpg on the highway and have gotten as much as 34 driving from Red River, NM to Amarillo (where I refuel), so I'm really wanting to keep this but not if it's gonna get me stranded.
 
No codes come up.
 
Is there a GURU out there that can tell me what's wrong, what to check next or ?????
 
Someone said it may be a vacuum leak but I'm not certain if this can be checked. If it's an intermittent leak how can it be found, if it is a vacuum leak.
 
I'd pay for the right advise, no kidding.
 
Doc
stephenhaleyatt.net if you want to send me any info.

#2945 of 3006 Trip Center on a 2004 Ford Taurus SES by dochaley

Sep 12, 2010 (7:36 pm)

The 3 button Trip Center on my Taurus has stopped doing anything except doing systems check and showing how many miles to empty plus total miles on the odometer.
Is this a module problem or ?????
 
If it needs to be replaced does the 3 button assembly pop out? pry out? or ?
OR
Is there a module somewhere else that needs to be checked?
 
I really enjoyed this added feature and would like to get it working right or replace it to continue using it.
 
Thanks
Doc Haley
stephenhaleyatt.net if you want to send me any info.

#2946 of 3006 98 Sable Help with Vacuum line by johninva

Oct 03, 2010 (9:30 am)

#2947 of 3006 98 Sable Help with Vacuum line by johninva

Oct 03, 2010 (9:30 am)

I have a 98 sable, and while checking under hood today, I see a vac line broken/worn out. I am having trouble finding where it leads to. The line comes out of the firewall behind the strut mount on pass. side of engine compartment. It is anchored to the strut mount bolt, and goes to.....??
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

#2948 of 3006 1995 ford Taurus mysterious engine stall by propfouler

Oct 21, 2010 (12:31 pm)

Have a very strange situation with my Taurus. Recently, the engine started to stall when I engage either power lock or automatic windows. When engine stalls the illuminating lights inside go on with the doors closed???? When I turn the ignition switch off and open the door some strange buzzing noise comes from the driver side door. While this buzzing is going, if I try to start the engine starter spins but engine doesn’t start. Then after closing and re-opening the door and randomly pushing buttons that buzzing noise stops and I am able to start the car again without problems. Tried to disconnect the central lock and power windows by pulling the fuses, but was unsuccessful – was either pulling the wrong fuses or it didn’t have an effect (diagram stated to pull fuses 6 and/or 8).
Your help in resolving the issue is appreciated.

#2949 of 3006 2003 Mercury Sable RPM issues by kwarmack

Oct 31, 2010 (8:07 pm)

My RPM's drop when slowing or in stop and go traffic. The car has turned off on me several times and I have no problem restarting. When driving on the hwy I have no issues until I have to slow. I just recently changed the PCV valve, the plugs, the wires, the air filter, and have used the intake cleaner. My gas pedal seems like it is harder to push while driving. Does anyone know what type of issues that I am facing and can you help me out here?
 
Thanks

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