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#56 of 3252 I stand corrected. by weltron Mar 22, 2000 (5:13 pm)
Btroy is correct, it is a self test for the anti-lock brakes. This is an excerpt out of Fords service manual: Each time the vehicle is driven, as soon as vehicle speed reaches approximately 20km/h (13mph), the anti-lock brake module turns on the pump motor (2C256) for approximately one-half second. This is a normal function of the self-check by the anti-lock brake control module.
#57 of 3252 RE: 3.55 axle ratio by cebuano Mar 22, 2000 (7:56 pm)
I have a feeling a big factory like that may lack the flexibility to take on special orders like. Just a guess. Do you want the 2.73 ratio because of fuel ecomony?
#58 of 3252 RE: 14 mph pump noise by cebuano Mar 23, 2000 (5:35 am)
I guess I'll have to try listening for that pump test next time I reach 13-14 mph. Frankly, my new CV LX with h/p pkg has such a smooth and quiet ride that I just didn't notice many noises other than the touring tires making their way over the pavement.
#59 of 3252 Shocks Need to go? by dukec Mar 23, 2000 (5:59 am)
My 1996 MGM has 66,000 on it with oem shocks. Do they need replacement, cause for me it really is hard to tell. It is the GS model and it really feels like it floats down the highway and keeping in a straight line is like hell. I love the car, but driving long distances can be cumbersome. Also, when I turn the wheel to either extreme, I hear a weird grinding noise. Must be related tot he suspenion, but was wondering if anyone had the same experience.
#60 of 3252 shocks by btroy Mar 23, 2000 (1:47 pm)
diagnosing shocks on your own car can be really tough because they wear out so gradually that you can't really notice it, and you get used to it. I wouldn't be surprised if they were totally worn out at 66K. One thing you can do is the bounce-test. Using all of your body weight, depress one corner of your car and let it rebound. I believe it should spring up and then settle down slightly to the normal level. If it bounces up and down more than that, they should be replaced. You could also get a Ford mechanic to test it, or you could test-drive a new one and see if the floatiness that you feel in yours is absent in the new one.
#61 of 3252 To 199K by dmers Mar 23, 2000 (5:05 pm)
I would recommend looking at a used GM/CV. Consumer Reports mag recommended the 95-96, and 98 GM/CV as "Good Used Cars."   That is what I generally do every 4-5 years. I purchase a 1-2 year old w/ some warranty left and keep them for about 4-5 years__120-135K. The factory bugs are generally gone by the previous owner and I have a little peace of mind for a year w/ the remaining warranty. Buy the extended warranty contract on these cars is a waste of money. Normally, I have the expense of belts/hoses/shocks/battery/Brakes/Change Tranny fluid every 35K/Change oil every 2-3K/and that's about it. The ride and mileage for this size car is very good and cost per mile is great!
#62 of 3252 3.55 axel ratio by rjones62 Mar 23, 2000 (7:45 pm)
Yes cebuano, #59, I have been told that you lose about 3 MPG in the city and even more than that on the highway. I like the idea of better handling but do not need the extra get up and go or the loss of MPG. Thanks
#63 of 3252 3.55 axel ratio by rjones62 Mar 23, 2000 (7:46 pm)
Yes cebuano, #59, I have been told that you lose about 3 MPG in the city and even more than that on the highway. I like the idea of better handling but do not need the extra get up and go or the loss of MPG. Thanks
#64 of 3252 RE: Grinding noise when steering by drch Mar 23, 2000 (11:41 pm)
To dukec: If the noise is only present with the steering wheel turned to the stop and is not the p.s. fluid pump, it is probably the steering stops scraping that you are hearing; the steering stops are welded onto the back of the lower control arms - look for a shiny worn spot where the stops are making contact - you should be able to just apply some thick grease to the contact surface of the steering stop and test if the noise goes away.
#65 of 3252 Message for conference host L8_Apex by cebuano Mar 25, 2000 (1:28 am)
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