1.6 Zetec, Automatic, 75,000 miles. Starts and runs great except periodically it just dies while driving it (cruising along at 50 mph). If I'm rolling it starts itself back up. When I'm not moving I have to turn the key but it starts right back up. No chugging, missing, hesitation, or even any code light. I don't know where to start looking, I've never had a car do this before.
Get the codes first
The Check engine light has never come on, so I did'nt think there would be any codes to get.
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SOURCE: Windstar 2001 had it since new. over 120,000 miles
The problem with your van is the CAM Sensor, I believe the noise you are hearing is kind of a chirping sound. I just had mine fixed (12/19/09) it was about $150 for parts and labor from a local Mech. not a dealer.
SOURCE: Stalls at low speed when in cruise control
You sould have recieved a "recall" notice in the mail about the cruise control for fire and failure issues. they are adding a fusable link where the cruise control harness connects to the brake master cylinder. if you have not had the recall performed yet you should SERIOUSLY consider getting it done, mainly so it doesnt catch fire, but "could" be the result of the failure you've been experiancing! btw, almost ALL Ford vehicles have been affected with the cruise control recall. hope this helps!
SOURCE: Ford 460 loses power then dies. Starts back up. Idles fine.
It sounds like you might have a clogged catalatic converter on the exhaust system.
SOURCE: Car won't start after it is hot. Turns over and
that would be a wet soak concern, Likely fuel pump failure
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