Kevin
You should first try to get any trouble codes out of the computer.
If you do not have a code reader available; I believe Auto Zone will read
the codes for free.
A friend of mine has an Explorer V6 which had a similar miss then
immediately went into a no start condition. The problem was the Crankshaft
Position Sensor (CKP). If you suddenly get a no start condition,
disconnect the CKP, reconnect it and start the engine, then go get a new
sensor.
Another possibility is the Throttle Position Sensor; it can be
checked with the engine off and a volt meter reading Ohms across the sensor
while moving the throttle by hand. You can also check it on the volts scale
with the key on/ engine off. It should show a smooth change in volts or
ohms as you move the throttle.
Never rule out the possibility that it is the spark plugs, wires or
coil packs.
You can check at www.alldata.com for any recalls or tech sheets.
Also do a web search for Chiltonautolibrary; this will get you to an online
Chilton manual with how to repair, wire diagrams, and code definitions.
Hope this helps you.
Ron Fraser
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From: owner-tigers@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-tigers@autox.team.net] On
Behalf Of TLKSRHOME@aol.com
Sent: Wednesday, August 20, 2003 10:55 PM
To: tigers@autox.team.net
Cc: alpines@autox.team.net
Subject: off topic-98 5.0 exploder
OK you guys,
I have helped with sunbeam -related questions over the years,now its
my turn.
My 98 5.0 suddenly began to miss and give a pop upon acceleration with a
constant slight miss at idle.I have no "check engine" light on,and there are
only
63K on the vehicle.If it had a carb,or dizzy,or any "old shcool stuff" I
could deal with it. I don't think a bad plug or wire would cause these
symptoms?Any one with a clue who would give some insight would be
appreciated.
Thanx,Kevin Rodgers PTC
P.S. after all,it is a ford V8 almost tiger related!
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