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I was just given one by a relative, who had no problems at all, but also had never driven much if any highway miles. I'm in a metro area, so I'm driving a good number of highway mile and also some decently curvy roads. I notice that on curves, even though I'm holding the steering perfectly still, the wheels feel as though they're moving slightly. It feels extremely unsafe. I read through all the TSB headlines and nothing jumped out at me. Is this one of the big problems with the 95 Windstar? Any help is appreciated.
The AX4s transmission has also been problematic, the 1995 one had an aluminum forward clutch piston that would fracture and fail over time. In 1996, the forward clutch piston was made out of stainless steel which made the transmission more reliable.
Add to the mix an ongoing problem with the speedometer heads that make the needle go wonky, Ford wants 500+ dollars to replace it.
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BTW, it's a real shame that Edmunds had to remove the article on the Ford 3.8L engine. It was the first and only substantive discussion I have seen on the problematic engine.
Hey, I think I found it!
Ford's 3.8-Liter V-6 Head Gasket Problem - Straight Talk
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Is it archived, I had the article bookmarked a couple of years ago and it dropped off the screen.
That was fun -- next challange?
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Talk about it in the Ford Windstar - 2004 Redesign discussion.
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THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN FIXED BY FORD SEVERAL TIMES. THE CAR IS NOW OUT OF WARRANTY. I need help.
Please advise.
Thanks for the help.
By the way... it has over 107,000 miles and is great shape! Got it for WAY less than wholesale due to mileage. But it is perfect for her and the rugrats.
Thanks
Source: Edmunds.com Vans newsletter (link)
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2004 Ford Freestar
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When will Ford, GM, and DC use 5 speed Automatic Transmissions? The Odyssey, MPV, Sedona, and 2004 Sienna now have 5 speed for better acceleration and fuel economy.
Have a realtive that works there. Reports they have increased the sheet metal thickness and have an entire new line to assemble the body panels. Results should be better; stiffer structure as a result of the increased steel and many many more welds. Maybe explains why the engine is larger; more weight to drag around.
Upcoming 04 Ford Freestar
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It comes by default: for drivers side 24", for passenger side a 20" wiper blade.
I put size 28" for drivers side, and 21" for passenger side. It now covers a much bigger part.
Is it something wrong if I change it from the factory defaults?
As for the weight, it's almost the same as the smaller size, and I'm almost sure this is NOT a problem at all.
When you mentioned the larger wipers, my first thought was of this extra drag. I'd bet everything will be just fine as long as you don't try to move a considerable amount of snow or ice.
Has anyone else had this problem? It looks like the surface has tarnished and was wondering whether anyone has had any success cleaning it up. The film that peeled was clear, so I don't think the "chrome" has peeled, only the protective coating.
Don't Ignore the Rubber on the Road
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(1) Radiator Flush ? What are the step-by-step procedures for this ? What hints and tips should I know before starting this ? Any reason I should NOT attempt this ?
(2) Tranmission Fluid Change/Flush ? What are the step-by-step procedures for this ? What hints and tips should I know before starting this ? Any reason I should NOT attempt this ?
(3) Fuel System Tune up ? What are the step-by-step procedures for this ? What hints and tips should I know before starting this ? Any reason I should NOT attempt this ?
Are there any good web sites that provide this info ? or is this the best site for it ?
Feel free to e-mail me any/all info. THanks in advance for all your help.
Jimmmy
magicfan@mail.com
There is one thing that I would like to improve if I could. That's the suspension. It's too soft. Anybody have any experience or advice on how to improve this. I'd like it to be a bit stiffer, but not jar our teeth as we drive.
Check out Edmunds Maintenance Guide and browse around the Maintenance & Repair board.
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