2002 Ford Falcon (AU) — Repair Solution

4.0L 4.0 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol Auto · Stalling / Engine Cut-out · Engine

Ford Falcon (AU) Stalling / Engine Cut-out Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Falcon (AU)
Year: 2002
Engine: 4.0L 4.0 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 238,351
Area: Engine
Category: Stalling / Engine Cut-out

Customer Complaint

The customer reported that when the vehicle was left overnight, it would stall on the first startup.

Problem Summary

On cold starts after sitting overnight, the vehicle would stall immediately or on subsequent attempts. Fuel pressure measured 42 psi while running, but after sitting overnight, it dropped to 15 psi. Pressure recovered quickly on cranking, and the vehicle would start with a brief stumble before stabilising. A slight misfire was noted at idle, though no diagnostic codes were stored. The vehicle had previously had a genuine idle control valve replaced.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORAU02120
Vehicle2002 Ford Falcon (AU)
Engine4.0L 4.0 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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