I have a 2006 Ford Taurus. Lately it has been getting harder to start after it warms up. It will turn over and over but won't fire. I will turn the ignition off and turn it to the on position a second and wait for the fuel gauge to register before trying to start it. That usually works but sometimes it takes a third try to do this. Also, I've had another problem. Several times after starting the engine the gauges will flutter with a clicking noise at each flutter whichs will last a few seconds and then the gauges will function properly and the clicking noise stops. When the fluttering and clicking noise stops the information button will reset the mpg and display the fuel remaining to empty. Do you have any suggestions as to what might be causing this type of problem? I am afraid that it soon won't start after doing these actions to make it start.

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Your issues could stem from numerous issues. Check out the following website http://www.kiatechinfo.com sign up and you can search for electrical problems mechanical issues etc. Exploded diagrams included.

TAUAHERE78 your issue can could be a timing belt jumping teeth could be a bad fuel pump. could be clogged fuel filter. etc. Is it giving any engine codes etc.

Guest: Your issue could be timing belt as well. or bad coil check the above website and do some troubleshooting or bring it in to dealer

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Mike Butler

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• Posted on Feb 18, 2009

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Ignition timing & carburetor adjustments are 2 of most likely culprits here. I would recommend a tune-up at a garage that has someone on staff that still knows carburetors. Too many adjustments to describe, unless you are experienced at them.

Johnny Brown

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• Posted on Oct 23, 2009

SOURCE: In my 2005 F-150 when I start the engine all gauges flutter

sound like bad connection on the back of cluster, sometimes if you unplug cluster then reconnect that fixes it, if it doesnt then i would say cluster is going bad, good luck.

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I would check the flywheel for missing teeth or looseness. Also check starter itself.