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#889 of 918 Re: 2004 Mercury Monterey Transaxle Problem [Don43701] by nadineb

Apr 23, 2009 (8:51 pm)

Replying to: Don43701 (Feb 05, 2009 8:26 am)
I have contact my local news station, but more important my senator, congressman, vice pres. and pres. You need to get their attention.

#892 of 918 Torque converter by mgmbdf

Jun 11, 2009 (6:29 am)

We were on our way to Jamestown (it is on a major highway I-86) to a doctor's appointment with our 7 year old son. Our van suddenly geared up and then we lost all acceleration. We are thankful that there was not a semi-truck or car behind us because we would of definitly been in a accident. We had no previous warning. I am gonna try and contact someone higher up in the Ford line. For as many of these that are going bad and us that have no warranty that is alot of money to pay out of pocket not to mention we are all risking our lives that have this mercury montery.

#893 of 918 Re: Torque converter [mgmbdf] by anabel

Aug 02, 2009 (2:36 pm)

Replying to: mgmbdf (Jun 11, 2009 6:29 am)
I know it has been awhile since you wrote in, and you may not ever receive this, but I wanted to mention or ask if you knew that the Ford Freestar is the exact same vehicle as the one you have only without the Mercury name on the body. Keep posted on the case that has started with the Fords transmissions. Seems that many more people have the Fords than the Mercury. Just a suggestion to you if you still care to keep informed. Thanks.

#894 of 918 Re: 2004 Mercury Monterey Transaxle Problem [Don43701] by yance

Aug 14, 2009 (6:04 pm)

Replying to: Don43701 (Feb 05, 2009 8:26 am)
My in-laws have a 2004 Monterey that they were driving down the road and the A-frame just broke....Could this be related to the trans-axle issue..Anybody else know of any problems like this?
 
I find no recalls on this issue.

#895 of 918 Re: 2004 Mercury Monterey with code PO401 by veepee1

Mar 07, 2010 (7:11 pm)

My 2004 Monterey with 72K was diagnosed with OBD code PO401, This code referred to the EGR valve, or the DPFE sensor may be defective. I removed the EGR valve and there was no indication of carbon deposit. I was informed that the DPFE sensor was in the rear of the engine which is not easily visible. My question is how do I gain access to this unit, and what checks do i make to determine that it is defective. Your suggestion will be appreciated.

#896 of 918 Re: We need room! [trainboy] by skibow

Mar 28, 2010 (5:24 pm)

Replying to: trainboy (Nov 09, 2003 4:37 pm)
do you have any paint peeling problems, looking for anyone with 2005 Freestar with paint peeling off like a laminate

#897 of 918 Re: 2004 Mercury Monterey with code PO401 [veepee1] by steve1977

Apr 11, 2010 (12:31 pm)

Replying to: veepee1 (Mar 07, 2010 7:11 pm)
I had the same OBD code on my 2004 Mercury Monterey. I replaced the EGR valve, at a cost of less than $50. I am no mechanic, but it took me less than 30 minutes to replace. It has been about a month, and the engine light has not come one again since the EGR valve was replaced.

#898 of 918 Re 2004 Mercury Monterey jerking under load by veepee1

Jun 21, 2010 (9:08 pm)

My 2004 Monterey with 82k has recently began jerking or bucking when moving off, or under load travelling up to 40- 45mph. It runs smoothly when cruising. I changed the gas filter recently as I suspect that it could be fuel related, but it made no difference. It also idles a bit irregular. Does anyone have an idea or suggestion as what possible could be causing this problem, or what to check for. Your input will be appreciated.

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