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Anonymous Posted on Jul 16, 2014

What is the most likely reason my air suspension light came on in My crown vic?

Air pump comes on and raises care; but suspension won't hold the air for long.

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Leak in the bags or check valve bad or stuck.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 09, 2009

SOURCE: How does one reconnect the air suspension

You probably have a leak in the system. Did "they" check the lines and air suspension? "They" probably disconnected the compressor to keep it from burning out from overuse. You need to fix the leak before reconnecting or the compressor will wear out very quickly.

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scott

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  • Posted on Apr 26, 2009

SOURCE: 1994 crown vic air bag warning light blinks

it is a code,does the horn and cruise still work?chances are the clock spring wore out and broke,its behind the steering wheel and about $100.00 part at Ford

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 26, 2009

SOURCE: i want to recharge the air conditioner on a 1992 crown vic

find your evaporator inlet outlet lines on the fire wall usually near heater core inlet outlet lines. then follow both lines until you find the one that goes to the compressor. that is your low side and the port should be on there

bill

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  • Posted on Oct 18, 2009

SOURCE: 1999 FORD CROWN VIC. 4.6 - PROBLEM, NOISE

This is caused by the IAC valve. Over time the valve becomes gummy and inoperative. Get it replaced and the problem is solved. IAC stands for idle air control, hence the stalling concern.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 09, 2010

SOURCE: 1998 Ford Crown Victoria Air shocks won't pump up

have someone or someone's stand on the back of the bumper then turn it back on and see if it will raise it up.

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