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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, FWD, AUTOMATIC
related to suspension, sway-bar, replace-remove
Car hit something on the driver side tire now there is a dent on the rim as well as a little bubble. Tie rod was broken and sway bar was bent. Replaced both of them. When the car is reversed both fr..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to brakes, abs, codes, c1185
I had the front pads replaced and rotors resurfaced and rear brakes serviced. And at the same time the ABS and red brake warning light came on. The mechanic was dumbfounded said he did not do anythi..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, abs-light
The ABS and brake light will come on simultaneously while driving.
I just paid for a total brake job and still have this problem. This issue seems to be all over these forums. Why has there no..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 186, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, battery-light
I was driving the van and the battery lite came on. Car started running a little funky. Stopped and had battery and alternator checked and both were fine. Is there maybe a connection loose somewhere..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 120, 000 MILES
related to fuel-system, fuel-filter
Car jerks at approximately 40 to 45mph and stall atlow rate of speed or idle and both only sometimes. I changed the air, fuel filters the fuel was plugged I also put stp fuel cleaner in the next ful..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 115 MILES
related to body, door, symptoms, open
Door image says a door is open but u can't turn it off
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Sunday, January 13th, 2013 AT 2:31 AM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 67, 284 MILES
related to exterior-light, turn-signal
Cabin lights will not turn off
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Wednesday, November 24th, 2010 AT 5:42 PM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 140, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, headlight, not-working
It started with the interior lights coming on while I was driving. One day sitting in the driveway, the headlights started flashing by themselves and the horn started blowing. After that, while dr..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 4 CYL, 187, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, hazard-light, flasher
Hazard lights will not shut off on 2003 ford windstar, changed multi function switch, did not help, any suggestions?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 80, 527 MILES
related to warning-lights, check-engine-light
My engine light is on in my 2003 Ford Windstar. Autozone ran a diagnostic, and suggested replacing the Mass Air Flow Sensor. I did this, but the engine light is still illuminated. Do I need to ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 200, 000 MILES
related to interior, interior-lights
What could cause the interior lights to start strobing while the vehicle is in use.
This happens sporadically, the van is in motion and it is early morning and twenty minutes into the drive sudd..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, AUTOMATIC, 220, 000 MILES
related to engine-cooling, leak
Returning home from a short (3 mile) drive, I shut off the car and immediately smelled coolant. I saw a puddle form under the car. Popped the hood and saw that the reservoir was empty. Looked that ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to exterior-light, turn-signal, not-working
Left front trun signal stopped working. Checked all the fused and replaced the bulb. Driving lights work but still no left front turn signal? What to do next?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC
related to body, liftgate, replace-remove
I have a 2003 Windstar that reports "Liftgate Ajar" even when close, where is and how can I replace the sensor?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 298, 000 MILES
related to interior, cd-player
Where can I locate a manual for the VCR Player
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Monday, April 16th, 2012 AT 5:56 PM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, AUTOMATIC
related to warning-lights, battery-light
The check engine light is on, and the battery light comes on sometimes. Been diagnosed with alternator going out but it was replaced a couple of years ago. Also has rough idle lately, and able to ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 76, 000 MILES
related to interior, phone
So it appears that relay 1 seems a little warm to the touch but not hot. I pulled it with the car running and the radio did not shut off. I assume that is normal? I forgot to tell you that even t..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 199, 000 MILES
related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove
PO304 code. Check engine light will flash and then burn steady. Have replaced spark plug, spark plug wire, fuel injector, coil pack. When the light starts flashing I can notice the car hesitat..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 150, 000 MILES
related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove
The engine dont run wright, change the spark plugs and fuel filter
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Saturday, December 24th, 2011 AT 12:02 PM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 85, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, check-engine-light
Hi - 2003 Ford Windstar 85K, traction control light and check engine light comes on when you accelerate then stays on. Had it scanned - Code is c1095. Ford dealer says Abs pump with computer replac..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 90, 000 MILES
related to body, window, motor, replace-remove
How do I find a window motor and replace.
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Friday, January 21st, 2011 AT 10:46 PM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 153, 000 MILES
related to engine-cooling, coolant-flush
How do you do flush radiator coolant, and change the thermostat on this van?
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Sunday, February 17th, 2013 AT 8:28 PM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 140, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, abs-light
My ABS light is on all the time as well as nm the speedometer and odometer not working either. I have tried tracking this down but so far the problem is still escaping me. I have fixed the recall on..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.4L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 243, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, airbag-light
My airbag flashes sixteen times. I replaced the passenger presence seat and the module under the seat. When I turn the ignition, still airbag flashing and stays on. Do you have any idea what the pr..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.2L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 270, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, battery-light
Battery light will not go off stays on all the time. Alternator checks out good. I was told it has an external diode, but cannot figure out where it is located. Can you help?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, AUTOMATIC, 1, 896, 236 MILES
related to general, noises, bubble
Every time I step on the gas pedal it makes a bubble noise. Is that normal?
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Thursday, May 4th, 2017 AT 6:43 AM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 105, 000 MILES
related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0400-p0499, p0443
Check engine light came on and I ran the code and it came back p0443. Which I know is the purge valve and I replaced the part yesterday and reset it but the light came on again the van is getting po..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L, 6 CYL, 2WD, 150, 000 MILES
related to exhaust, manifold
Several questions relating to the exhaust manifold studs/nuts:
1. What are the torque specs for these?
2. There are two length sizes for the studs can you provide a diagram of where the long a..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to engine-cooling, water-pump, replace-remove
After a motor wash (low pressure) I had a screeching noise with one of the pulleys. It went away after the last wash (6 months ago) but this time it has stayed. I have pinpointed it to be one of the..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 83, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, brake-light, not-working
The right brake light on the vehicle is not working. We replaced the light bulb and the light still does not work.
We replaced the bulb holder - no luck. We have checked the fuses and they are ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, AWD, AUTOMATIC, 14, 900 MILES
related to exterior-light, brake-light
I have a code that read b1 and b2. My abs light is on and my check engine light on and the brake light also is on what is wrong?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 81, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, battery-light
I have a 2003 Windstar and the battery light will come on intermittently. It will run fine. You stop and restart and it will clear. The battery and alternator were replaced last year. I have yet..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 13, 100 MILES
related to warning-lights, abs-light
I'm having the same problem with my lights being on, I just got my dad to talk to a mechanic to see what he thinks, they said there may be some corrosion starting in the master cylinder! The part ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 79, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, airbag-light
I have an 03 Windstar LX.
My Airbag light is flashing code 16
From my research code 16 is Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) circuit fault.
This sensor is only on the passenger side..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 71, 000 MILES
related to security, disarm
My van has always had a problem with interior lights coming on and blinking off and on for minutes at a time. Now, the van while parked and with alarm activated, it will start to honk and blink as..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 91, 000 MILES
related to body, ambient-temperature-sensor
Can someone tell me where I can find the sensor under the hood? Any manual that I have seen leaves me guessing with no specifics. The van has an in-dash information center that provides driver wit..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to steering, symptoms, leak
Steering problem
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic
Power steering bad leak
I think it is a hose, how hard is it to replace I see that the hose gos under the car. Or c..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to exterior-light, brake-light
Electrical problem
2003 Ford Windstar
how do you change brake light bulb on 2003 windstar van. Do you do it from inside of van of do you have to do it from outside. Im sure it is probably ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, brake-light, stay-on
Are battery has been draining, and the one mechanic said it's because their is a plunger in the brake pedal that is sticking. Is this easy to replace? Can I do it myself? Does it have to be repl..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 14, 500 MILES
related to warning-lights, check-engine-light
Car bucks when accelorating and check engine light came on.
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Friday, June 4th, 2010 AT 9:13 AM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 77, 000 MILES
related to general, noises, click
All of a sudden my minivan started making a clicking noise as if it was trying to eject a cassette or cd. Heater was not turned on, no cassette or cd in. However, when I turned the heater on to..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 142, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, door-ajar-light
Whe all doors are closed the door ajar light stays on and when I turn the vehicle off all the lights turn off immediately and the radio turns off also. Why?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 87, 000 MILES
related to body, window, fuse
Wife put window down to talk to friend. Window will not roll back up. When you press the driver's window button in the up direction, There is a single click under the dash, but no motion or noise..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 145, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, check-engine-light
Ok here is the story. Engine light was blinking today after I went thru a few puddles. Car's acceleration was sluggish and the car felt like it wanted to stall out, was bucking a little whenever I ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, check-engine-light
I stoped by auto zone and they ran a test on the van because my engine light was on. It came up p0442. My gas cap was broke so I replaced it but light is still on said that it might also be the eva..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, relay, location
What are the causes of the fuel pump not engaging? Installed new fuel pump and it is not engaging. What are the areas that need to be checked? Also check tires and reset appears on the led screen of..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, fuse
Engine Mechanical problem
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic
Why does my fuel pump motor fuse keep burning out? Tried to replace it but wont turn over without burnin the new..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 62, 000 MILES
related to general, noises, grind
I have grinding noises coming from the front of my 03 windstar, mileage 62000. It has brand new roters and pads. I raised it, chocked the rear wheels, and placed in nuetral. The wheels still sp..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to exterior-light, headlight, wiring
1 headlight has power 1 does not where does the negative wire go to for the right headlight? Can I get headlight wiring diagrams?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 93, 000 MILES
related to body, liftgate, light
How do I replace the alarm switch for the lift gate? I have taken the inner panel off of the door, and I can see the switches in the latch brackets, but do I have to remove the latches to get the..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, V8, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 109, 000 MILES
related to body, mirror, switch
Hi. The control for the mirrorsonly works in two functions. Pan ouy and pan up on both sides. The down and pan in isnt working. How do I replace switch
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to body, door, motor
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 83k miles
so far everything are working good except the doors both side passenger and driver side is been giving me lots of problem I had sp..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to body, hood, shock
Electrical problem
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic
Tryign to trace a wiring issue unde the hood. There seems to be a wiring harness that runs aross the radiator suppo..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0300-p0399, p0301
Electrical problem
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic
Have P0301 code, looking to try and repair. I will try flexy5 suggestion on the plug and wires first. Is there there a..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to body, mirror, wiring
Electrical problem
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic
Looking for a 3 to five wire diagram for passenger side mirror.
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to body, window, not-working
Electrical problem
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Automatic 43864 miles
WINDOW WILL NOT OPEN FROM EITHER BUTTON
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to fuel-system, fuel-filter
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Automatic
I have ford windstar my dad and uncle are mechanics and the can't help. Not every time but must of the time when I go to take off my van dies. When it dies ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 10, 000 MILES
related to steering, symptoms, noise
The vehicle produces a noticeable dragging motor sound (you turn the wheel and the sound indicates a drag on the power steering pump). More noticeable when parking the vehicle or sitting in traffic..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 108, 000 MILES
related to body, window, motor
6 MTHS AGO MY PASSENGER WINDOW STARTED ONLY WORKING PART TIME, MOSTLY STUCK IN DOWN POSITION AND IF I HIT THE INSIDE DOOR IN A CERTAIN SPOT IT WOULD GO UP. NOW 2 MONTHS LATER MY DRIVER WINDOW IS D..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES
related to interior, dashboard
I have taken this car apart looking to get at the sloshing sound under the top of the dashboard. I'm stumped. And it smells like old plants after the car sits awhile. I removed blower fan where AC c..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 151, 000 MILES
related to suspension, ball-joint
Hi There,
I have a 2003 windstar, needs lower ball joints, outer tie rods, and also now brakes, total estimate was $ 1900,
Is it worth fixing this van?
Thanks
Rick
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to general, towing
Electrical problem
2003 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 179.00 miles
I bought a tow hitch but now I need to know where is the wiring for the lights at?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 105, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, check-engine-light
Once again the engine light came on! The van when it is cold and only in drive the van jolts and tries to die! You put it in park and it stops! It will also do it after the vehincle is hot and been ..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 122, 000 MILES
related to general, noises, whine
I have a whining engine noise that keeps pace with engine rpm. Someone mentioned it might be power steering fluid but that seems ok. Could this be a loose pully?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR
related to security, keyless-entry
Would anyone know, where to find the 5 digit code for the door keypad (keyless entry) on 2003 ford windstar? The owner manual said it stick on the computer module, but where is the computer module..
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FORD WINDSTAR
related to warning-lights, check-engine-light
I was driving today and the check engine light came on out of the blue. I took it to a couple of places and when they tried to hook the computer up to the diagnostic to read it it said it couldnt ge..
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FORD WINDSTAR
related to interior, interior-lights
The wife's 2003 windstar interior lights flicker on & off on occassion, as she's driving. Any thoughts? Probably an easy fix, eh? Thanx.
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FORD WINDSTAR
related to exhaust, white-smoke-
Whenever I start my 2003 ford winstar, white smoke pours out of the exhaust pipe. The smoke usually quits after driving the car for several minutes. The Ford dealer at first did not find anything..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 173, 888 MILES
related to interior, gas-pedal
Gas pedal will not go down when pressed.
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Sunday, January 28th, 2018 AT 6:21 PM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 105, 000 MILES
related to general, noises, whine
I have a high pitch whining sound coming only when I decelerate. When I accelerate it stops, then I take my foot off the gas and it starts again. I have not a clue what it is. Any help would be gre..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 180, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, hazard-light, flasher
After I changed my alternator and serpentine belt, I connected the battery cables and the hazard lights were flashing the only way to stop them is to take off the positive battery cable. I have lo..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, 90, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, battery-light
One day my van just drained out, but just before it did it said check charging system. Replaced the battery and was okay for about a week. Now the light and check charging lights come on. Alternato..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 168, 000 MILES
related to general, noises, knock
All these have been put into still knocking. We have put new push rods, crank shaft bearings, rod bearings, oil pump, timing chain, gears and lifters. Still making this sound.
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 235, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, headlight, not-working
The problem I'm having is that the windshield wipers, headlights, radio, heater, gauges, electric doors windows and locks keep cutting out all the time. Actually, they spend more time out tha..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 150 MILES
related to exterior-light, turn-signal, not-working
New bulb connector and bulb. New column handle. Still won't blink.
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Tuesday, January 28th, 2020 AT 12:26 PM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 111, 000 MILES
related to body, window, not-working
Driver's window goes down. I believe the other three are locked and I do not know how to unlock them.
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, V6, 182, 589 MILES
related to exterior-light, running-light, not-working
Right rear blinker, left brake light, both replaced bulbs and fuse, still not working. Plus overdrive light flashing an odometer not working. What do I do next?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L, V6, AUTOMATIC, 18, 700, 000 MILES
related to warning-lights, brake-warning-light
ABS warning light comes on my overdrive button blinks off and on the brake light symbol comes on. Sometimes it does not until I hit a bump. Someone told me to use connection gel where I plug in my m..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES
related to body, door, switch
The passengers sliding side door will not unlock with the power button or manually. Any suggestions?
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 175 MILES
related to body, door
Code for key less at.
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Thursday, November 15th, 2018 AT 11:38 AM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 145, 000 MILES
related to exterior-light, reverse-light
Van will not go in any gear, have had no problems before this, no problems going in gear or driving fluid looks ok, cable is working at trans from steering wheel shifter also reverse lights come on..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC
related to engine-cooling, coolant-temperature-sensor, location
Where is located the engine coolant temperature sensor on a windstar 2003?
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Wednesday, August 27th, 2014 AT 12:36 PM
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 201, 000 MILES
related to body, window, regulator, replace-remove
My window regulators do not work unless I jump the wires to make them go up and down.I have isolated the wires that controls them so they are getting power as well as my stereo. I have to leave a ju..
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2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 172, 000 MILES
related to ignition, firing-order
I have had conflicting advice as to plug firing order will you help me?
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Tuesday, March 28th, 2017 AT 2:23 PM
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