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#116 of 185 Re: More Windstar Electircal [jkg3] by tkelly1740 Feb 01, 2009 (7:39 am)
Replying to: jkg3 (Jan 31, 2009 9:28 pm) I have a 99 also- a few ideas for you. A couple months ago mine was trying to start and barely running before dying much like you described and it was the fuel pump fuse # 5 in the engine compartment. Just a shot in the dark- but check that. As for the blinking lights, try taking off the plastic cover on the passenger side front pillar and examine the wires very closely- these cars are known for shorting right there because the wires rub- you should just need to cover with tape. Replies to this message: jkg3 (Feb 01, 2009 8:51 pm) elgoyo (Feb 15, 2009 1:16 am) jkg3 (Feb 21, 2009 8:30 pm)
#117 of 185 Re: More Windstar Electircal [tkelly1740] by jkg3 Feb 01, 2009 (8:51 pm)
Replying to: tkelly1740 (Feb 01, 2009 7:39 am) Thanks for the tip, I have to find that fuse. The plot of my mystery thickens...   When I turn the key to the "On" position, prior to starting, I can sometimes hear the fuel pump hum for 2-3 seconds, building pressure, then shut off. When I hear this, the van starts every time. When I turn the key "On" and don't hear the pump - you guessed it - the engine cranks but won't fire.   Does this help anybody with a diagnosis? Thanks again. Replies to this message: elgoyo (Feb 15, 2009 1:16 am) jkg3 (Feb 21, 2009 8:30 pm)
#118 of 185 2002 starting issues by ZUULU Feb 11, 2009 (9:21 am)
when I try to start my 2002 windstar all i get is a click click click click... noise and when i turn the key of and pull it out my front headlights flash on and off. stereo will not come on.... and it's hard to turn the key to the off position at times. happened 2 days ago as well but jumped it and started fine.. drove 300km home from parents with wife and kids and no problems at all.. next day tried to start and nothing but click click click click.... charged the battery..... and still click click click..... the only way i was able to stop the front headlights from flshing with key out and doors closed was to disconnect and reconect the battery......... does anyone know what i can look for to solve this issue.... my van is in a parking garage..... i'm going to try and tap the starter motor next.. however i do not know the location of the starter... need lots of help...... please reply Replies to this message: van7188 (Feb 21, 2009 8:58 pm) elgoyo (Feb 27, 2009 11:01 pm) van7188 (Feb 27, 2009 11:22 pm)
#119 of 185 Re: More Windstar Electircal [jkg3] by elgoyo Feb 15, 2009 (1:16 am)
Replying to: jkg3 (Feb 01, 2009 8:51 pm) I am experiencing the exact same problem. At first I thought it might have been a relay. I replaced the relay but the problem still remains. Therefore I think it is the fuel pump.   Have you found a solution yet? Replies to this message: jkg3 (Feb 21, 2009 8:30 pm)
#120 of 185 Re: More Windstar Electircal [elgoyo] by jkg3 Feb 21, 2009 (8:30 pm)
Replying to: elgoyo (Feb 15, 2009 1:16 am) No, sorry, I have not. I also replaced the relay after asking a couple of mechanics for advice. Immediately after replacing it, the van wouldn't start. I waited a bit, turned the key to "On", heard the fuel pump for a few seconds, and the van started. I have to believe that this is more common than just you and I, and somebody out there has to have the answer. I am a shadetree mechanic, but I don't think the intermittent problem is the pum itself.
#121 of 185 Re: 2002 starting issues [ZUULU] by van7188 Feb 21, 2009 (8:58 pm)
Replying to: ZUULU (Feb 11, 2009 9:21 am) This problem is almost always a bad battery. It most likely has a bad cell or two since it seems to happen in the am.Have your battery tested free at your local auto parts store. Replies to this message: elgoyo (Feb 27, 2009 11:01 pm) van7188 (Feb 27, 2009 11:22 pm)
#122 of 185 Re: 2002 starting issues [van7188] by elgoyo Feb 27, 2009 (11:01 pm)
Replying to: van7188 (Feb 21, 2009 8:58 pm) I just put a brand new battery in my van. The problem still exists.
#123 of 185 Re: 2002 starting issues [van7188] by van7188 Feb 27, 2009 (11:22 pm)
Replying to: van7188 (Feb 21, 2009 8:58 pm) If your battery tests good then the next step I would take is to replace the ignition switch. When this part goes bad it can make your car do strange things. Its not an expensive part and it doesnt take a high skill level to replace. I would pick up a shop manual and replacement part from a local auto parts store. hope this helps..
#124 of 185 Driver door problems by fixeddaily May 08, 2009 (12:12 pm)
Hello. I have a 2002 Windstar SEL. The power window switch doesn't work on the driver side. When you push the button and hold it down, you can hear a click after about a second. Does this sound like a switch problem or perhaps a problem with the motor itself? Also, the power door lock doesn't lock the driver door. Any ideas on how to fix these problems? Thanks.
#125 of 185 Wiring Trailer Lights to 2001 Windstar by tluvison May 11, 2009 (7:22 pm)
I have a kit to hook-up lights for towing a U-Haul. Where can I find the wiring inside the vehicle to connect to? It didn't come with the towing package, but there should be wires somewhere in the back (in a panel, etc.), to connect to. Please advise.   Thanks - Tom

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