1990 Ford Falcon (EA) — Repair Solution

3.9L 3.9 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol · Engine Surging · Engine

Ford Falcon (EA) Engine Surging Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Falcon (EA)
Year: 1990
Engine: 3.9L 3.9 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Surging

Customer Complaint

The vehicle's engine was hunting and surging badly. It had a reconditioned engine fitted just a few months prior.

Problem Summary

The owner had the engine replaced for other reasons the, gear box serviced and numerous engine management components replaced to try and get it running well enough to drive.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeFOREA90143
Vehicle1990 Ford Falcon (EA)
Engine3.9L 3.9 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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