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Ford Windstar repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Ford Windstar engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (21%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

75020 mi

C $4800

Full engine strip down and rebuild due to complete failure in one cylinder. Dealer recommended engine replacement for about $6,500, but took mercy on me and did a rebuild for much less.

64000 mi	Check engine light shows too lean on both banks. Cleaned MAF, checked fuel press., has had long cranking time to start without turning on the check engine light in past, checked spark plugs-good, re-set computer, not yet resolved.
65400 mi US $185	replaced fuel pump Crankshaft sensor failed
73000 mi	Check engine light came on. Had code read at Autozone which stated lean burn on bank one. Re-set light and it has not re-occurred.
77000 mi US $129	Replaced Spark Plugs
89000 mi US $5	Showed lean condition on bank two. Fuel system cleaners, Sea Foam seams to have fixed it.
91000 mi US $15	computer reported lean condition on both banks. Auto Zone suggested replacing PCV valve which was done but did not fix problem
91000 mi US $245	Replaced upper intake gasket and intake runner bushing
93000 mi US $20	Battery light would come on after starting engine, ignition would be turned off and engine was re-started, battery light would then stay off. parts store said the ignition could be the problem, but after replacing the ignition it still occurs.
106000 mi US $59	Code says engine too lean on both banks Diagnosis of engine lean error code