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Ford F-Series Powerstroke Diesel Problems

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#323 of 1184 Re: 1996 7.3 ltr power stroke diesel ( STALLS ) [scotty971] by 97powerstroke

Apr 11, 2008 (9:27 am)

Replying to: scotty971 (Apr 02, 2008 8:32 am)
Since we are talking about Stalling i have a 97 crew cab f350 powerstroke 7.3 that will stall every now again? Sometimes it will start right back-up othertimes it can take 5-20 min. I have taken it to ford they can't find any problem nore codes. I have replaced the cam censor two times and the glow plug relay. Other than that it runs great. Any help would be great ty

#324 of 1184 Powerstroke TD Intermittent Start problems by yukon102

Apr 15, 2008 (1:47 pm)

2000 Ford F350 .
Vehicle has 117k miles on it and has run great since I got it with 50k. Over the past month the truck, intermittently, refuses to turnover. Happens when it’s hot and cold. All dash board, electrics are strong and starter clicks but vehicle will not turn over. Batteries were replaced 8 months ago, alternator replaced 2 months ago. Wait a couple of minutes or bang the dash board and it starts right up. Not sure if the banging helps but it makes me feel better. I have had it at Ford twice now and they just keep tightening the battery terminals. Same mechanic both times, sounds like a token answer to me. Dealerships stated that electric diagnostics are clear from starter to engine and were not able to replicate the problem when they had it.

#325 of 1184 Re: Powerstroke TD Intermittent Start problems [yukon102] by cowboy9

Apr 15, 2008 (4:43 pm)

Replying to: yukon102 (Apr 15, 2008 1:47 pm)
Hate to tell you but you are going to have to look more into the Dash board or Steering. There is a Wire more than likely that has cracked or came lose and the sightest movement is letting it start again or you have a relay that is acting up, either way I myself hate messing with the Electrical on any Vehicle and wish you luck.

#326 of 1184 2004 powerstroke service manual by chas1969

Apr 21, 2008 (9:46 am)

Does anyone have the 2004 F350 powerstroke service manual that they would care to share. If it is on your comp. Or a site that would.Thank you ">

#327 of 1184 1999 7.3 poor low end/fuel economy by bridmtn

Apr 21, 2008 (8:05 pm)

The past year I have owned a F-250 powerstroke that seems to have poor low end power and fuel economy. My 1st tank of fuel got me about 16.3 mpg but since it has dropped down to about 13.6mpg. This truck has 92K miles, auto trans. w/aftermarket 4 in. exhaust and no cat converter. There is a bad turbo whistle at highway speed and I am wondering if there needs to be more backpressure in the exhaust. I have changed the fuel/air filters, run fuel conditioner and installed a Super Chip to no avail. The fuel mileage never changed. What puzzles me is the fact that the 1st tank of fuel mileage was great. My girlfriend's 97 has a lot more power and gets 17mpg!
 
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#328 of 1184 Re: 1997 Power Stroke Diesel [rgriffeth] by orcowboy

Apr 25, 2008 (1:16 am)

Replying to: rgriffeth (Feb 06, 2007 10:48 am)
i have a 96 powerstroke i had the same problem i changed the cam posion sencer. fired up and ran not problem. went to napa paid $35.00 for stock sencer. there is a recall on them from 1997 on. ford dealer will fix it free.

#329 of 1184 Re: Powerstroke TD Intermittent Start problems [cowboy9] by gagrice

Apr 26, 2008 (10:51 pm)

Replying to: cowboy9 (Apr 15, 2008 4:43 pm)
What year 7.3 engines do you like? I am watching for a pre 1997 F250. I like a full sized truck vs the Ranger I am now driving. F250 diesels are not that expensive in the 10+ year old range. I like the old style better also.

#330 of 1184 i hook u up by pwrstrkin

Apr 28, 2008 (2:44 pm)

i wrk at the dealer and if i told that to a customer than i probably would not be employed there anymore. for one you dont turn down buisness especially trks. i knw the 6.0's r prolemsum but when performing correctly they are a really good dependble engine. too bad you dont live in the metro-detroit area.....that means money warranty or not u knw.

#331 of 1184 04 service manual by pwrstrkin

Apr 28, 2008 (2:53 pm)

can get you manual....hard copy if posible. do u have problem with ur trk or jst want manual. i wrk at the dealer. email pbeu135hotmail.com

#332 of 1184 96 7.3 stalls by pwrstrkin

Apr 28, 2008 (2:56 pm)

430 bucks for the part......! holy!#$ ford dealer $28.00 new style.part of the recall 07s57 no matter mileage

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