2003 Ford Falcon (BA) — Repair Solution

4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol/Gas Auto · Stalling / Engine Cut-out · Engine

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

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Falcon (BA)
Year: 2003
Engine: 4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol/Gas Auto
Kilometres: 305,000
Area: Engine
Category: Stalling / Engine Cut-out

Customer Complaint

The customer reported that the vehicle would sometimes cut out when taking off from a stop, such as at traffic lights. The engine would first stutter, then fail to accelerate, cut out, but restart immediately afterward.

Problem Summary

The vehicle experienced intermittent stalling on take-off with associated hesitation and poor acceleration. Fault codes for oxygen sensor readings switching between rich and lean conditions were stored, but the underlying issue was related to the LPG system.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORBA03120
Vehicle2003 Ford Falcon (BA)
Engine4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol/Gas Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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