I recently took my 1996 Ford Taurus GL to the shop because of a no start condition. After plugging a code reader into it, I replaced the parts that I could and got it running temporarily, bit still the same error code. I took it to a mechanic, and they have only gotten it to stall once. They seem to think its the ecm and it will cost a lot. My question is this. If I were to purchase an ecm that is pre programmed by the factory, will it be difficult to replace and will I need any special equipment to flash it so that it works with my car? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

SOURCE: 97 ford taurus: Cylinder 2 misfire

Assuming the plugs and wires have been changed. I would look at the bottom of the coil pack. They tend to crack and short out.

Or if it's got coil packs they will also crack and short out.

SOURCE: 97 ford taurus: Cylinder 2 misfire

well..fuel injection systems are more than the electronic part. I suspect you are dealing with compression or injector fouling issues..

SOURCE: Replacing brake lines

Many issues can come into play when trying to mount prebent lines. First off, they are connected in
many of the same brackets as other lines, (ie.: fuel lines) . And sometimes because of the length and shape of a prebent line, other things such as the muffler routing, fuel tank position, ABS lines,
strut mounting can all " get in the way" of a one piece replacement. And of course all those lines would need bled of air when complete which poses problems if old bleeder screws are bad as well.
My suggestion would be to save the money on a factory bent line , head to or have towed to a
reputable garage and ask if they can service the lines, the experienced techs have ways of freeing
up a frozen bleeder, working around the hazards in the way with aftermarket replacement
brake lines and all the necessary adapters for proper connection. I have many years in the field,
and I have to say, YOU DON'T GET A SECOND CHANCE WHEN IT COMES TO BRAKES
Let the pro's do their job and keep us all SAFE. You wouldn't call a gardener to wire your house.
Ha Ha Ha I applaud your eagerness to fix things, but this is one thing I would let go.
thnx GT GOOD LUCK

PS Tell them what you have to work with and the quality shops will do what they can to help you.
The money you would spend on Dealer parts shoud be easily enough to more than cover the aftermarket repair.

SOURCE: 99 Ford Taurus service engine light flashing

That sounds like a good start. Especially if they are old plugs and wires. But the best to do is go to your local auto parts store and see if they will plug it into an obdII code reader to see if the car shows any codes.

You can always just try plugs and wires first if you want.

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