2000 Ford Windstar - Page 4 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Could have a bad cable , to check voltage drop starter circuit ! Starter Voltage Drop Watch some other voltage drop testing videos ! You need a DVOM - digital volt ohm meter to do this testing .

Bad connection or corroded cables, possibly a bad starter. Sounds like something is drawing more amps than the battery is capable of supplying.

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If you're sure the alternator is ok then there is another issue. I would definitely check all the fuses. I would need the make and year to further assist. If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/chris_b82b45c59bcf133d

Fuse , did you check for B+ at the pump ?

should not cost more than a couple of hundred dollars maximum I would have thought, a lot depends on the labor rates of your mechanic! just checked and the part , or similar cost between 30 and 60 US dollars, guess that means 75 ish maximum retail/parts store. Just checked on line and found it in an on line trader/parts store for just under 40 dollars. If we say your mechanic is a little slow and he charges 60 dollars then the maximum I would allow is about 250 dollars. You could end up paying less than half of that if he is fast and not too much in love with cash!! (I am sure his lovely.) GOOD LUCK PS the above assumes that that is the only issue with the vehicle.

Have you used fuel system cleaner in a while? Sometimes just dirty injectors can cause this. Also have you changed the air filter in the last year? Be sure to spray clean the throttle body when taking apart...These routine services can help wonders...as well as mileage:) Hope this helps. I like STP super concentrated in the black bottle...

It's getting a constant 12 volts. Disconnect the switch and see if motor still runs if not replace switch if it still runs the the problem is in the wiring.. My guess is in the wiring. That circuit should be a switched meaning only works with key on. Remove the inside panel of tail gate and follow the wires from wiper look any bare wires touching

If u here firl pump and it seems like its on then yes If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/justin_f1b4194bdc162d2e

check for dirty or loose battery terminals or loose terminals on the starter motor

May need to remove door panel and lube all moving parts. Possible bad solenoid.

your anti theft device is activated,you need to lock and unlock your doors a couple times with the key fob,not the key,and then you need to put the key in the ignition and start it,if you dont have your key fob,call your buick dealer to get a new one,they are programmed for each car only,you cannot bypass it.

The FEM (Forward Electronic Module) is defective....See image #1...This necessitates a trip to the dealer in that replacement requires a Ford Diagnostic Tool...See Removal and Installation instructions below...You may find one on EBay... Front Electronic Module(FEM) Removal and Installation CAUTION: Prior to removal of the FEM, it is necessary to upload module configuration information to a diagnostic tool. This information needs to be downloaded into the new module once installed.. Disconnect the battery ground cable.. Remove the instrument panel lower steering columnopening cover. Remove the bolts. Thumbnail 1 Remove the instrument panel opening cover reinforcement. Remove the bolts. Thumbnail 2 Remove the front electronic module(FEM). Disconnect the five electrical connectors. Remove the three bolts. Thumbnail 3 CAUTION: Once the new module is installed, it is necessary to download the module configuration information from the diagnostic toolinto the new module. To install, reverse the removal procedure. IMAGE 1: Cost is high, Around $500 saailer I’m happy to help further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/david_6df67de3b14de867

Owners manual will give fuse locations and identification

800 RPM is not bad and is enough to run the alternator. What you need to check is the idle air speed motor.

Sometimes motor mounts cause the same vibrations when they tear.

Open rear hatch and remove the 2 screws holding in taillight assy. Grab taillight firmly and wiggle off. Remove bulb socket and replace bulb. Reassemble in reverse

Steve, isn't that a better way just to buy a new pump on eBay and replace it DYI? It'll not be $225 - that's the price mechanic told you (included his work of 2 hours = $170)

Is the core actually what is leaking or is it maybe your lines or connections? Also, where did you get the core? If you have changed it twice i would venture to say that the original was the first change and a replacement was the second change? Maybe you just got a bad core and it is nothing you did wrong.

loose wires on switch