2003 Ford Windstar
Problem for Ford 2003 Windstar

03 windstar rough idle working bad,worse in the rain




By jason_burke on May 07, 2009

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codes 171, 174, 301 .i just changed the plugs and wires, seemed too work a little better, didnt last long now i have no power going up hill or acclerating,running very rough, sputtering check engine light flashing. it also seems to be worse when raining

Solution #1

posted on May 07, 2009
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chrischronic

Rank: Guru  Ford Expert
Rating: 87%, 134 votes
ford has a technical service bullitin out on this vehicle for the intake gaskets leaking causing a vacum leak that set codes 171 174. the solution is to have the intake manifold gaskets replaced . call your local ford dealer and see what thay can tell you about this bullitin.
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