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Anna Posted on Sep 05, 2012

2003 ford mustang having trouble turning over

My car is having trouble turning over. It eventually starts on the first try but it clicks several times before turning over. There doesn't seem to be any issue with my battery and I just had my fuel pump replaced not more than a year ago. What do you think is the issue?

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  • Posted on Jun 03, 2009

SOURCE: 2003 Ford Mustang GT Battery Light

Your alternator should power everything when engine is running. Battery is only for start up. Test voltage with a multimeter when engine is running , should be 14V or more . Any less indicates low alternator output.

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  • Posted on Jun 06, 2009

SOURCE: Ford Escape stalls while driving.

As the post said earlier they went to a ford shop.... I suggest to have your vehicle inspected elsewhere. maybe have your o rings replaced and your fuel system cleaned.

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  • Posted on Sep 30, 2009

SOURCE: Power to fuel pump on 91 ford mustang cobra 5.0

The ignition module sends a "pip" signal to turn on the fuel pump and keep it running. If the signal is lost, or not present you get no pump. This is a safety in case of accident or other hazard in order to shut off the fuel so it wont keep pumping into a car with the key still on but engine disabled for some reason. Take the module to your local parts store and have it tested, for free to check.

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  • Posted on Jan 27, 2010

SOURCE: My 1998 ford mustang v6 3.8l .. is hard to start

So what you saying is it's hard to start cold right? Something in computer system not allowing excess fuel to injectors when cold. Probably sensor Get auto electrician to sort it out otherwise you end up replacing things that there is nothing wrong with They got the right gear

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  • Posted on Apr 06, 2010

SOURCE: 1998 ford mustang 3.8 v6 starting problems.

it's your upper intake manifold gasket. it has a crack in it and needs to be replaced. your getting to much air and not enough gas. mine did the same thing.

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id say the fuel pump is given trouble!! does it make a sound when you turn on the igniton??
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