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pam rasler Posted on Aug 30, 2012
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My 1998 windstar van has set for a while ran fine before now not getting gas to moter what can i try

It is not the battrey,checked fuses,can a fuel pump stick

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I agree with Peter, try another relay first. If the van was sitting for several months, the screen on the pump may be clogged.
You need to know if the pump is getting voltage and ground at the tank.

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Anonymous

The Fuel Pump can bind up mechanically or stop
Electrically, from time to time, as it wears

If it is 13 years old replace it

Try switching the fuel pump relay, with a similar
type one, from another location in fuse panel

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SOURCE: 1996 windstar relay

The fuel pump power on the Windstar is controlled by a component called a Constant Control Relay Module (CCRM).
Its located located on the driver's side of the engine compartment.d7fb0ae.jpg

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All these systems are controlled by the GEM, that is the Generic Electronic Module, have Kragen run a quick test and see if the system has codes, but most likely the Module is defective, it is located on top of the fuse panel to the left of the steering column. I have 30 years as a Ford tech so I am pretty darn sure of this diagnose.

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  • Posted on Jul 16, 2009

SOURCE: i need to check the wiring to the fuel pump on a

It Maybe Just The Fuel Pump Relay Is Bad Causing The Fuse To Blow I Recommend Checking The relay First

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SOURCE: i need a fuse diagram for a 92 e-350 cube van ?

Review this details... (clic for zoom)

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Link: Fuse Box

More details can you find in autozone.com (free register).

I hope help you with this (remember rated this help) Good luck.

david dixon

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  • Posted on Jan 11, 2010

SOURCE: 99 Ford Windstar. Not getting any power to the fuel pump

first check the fuse if it is good then check for power at the relay

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