Ongoing failure of fuse that controls the speedometer/AC and ABS. Leak from under master break cylinder onto switch. Fixed by repair shop. 1999 ford windstar.
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Abs light comes on in my van after the car warms up. Each day when I use the vehicle the ABS light is not on, after the car warms up, the light comes on again. I found information about the ECM is defective and the circuit board warps when heated. The issue is caused by heat in the ABS (anti-lock brake system) ECM (electronic control module) (2c219) module causing expansion of a large aluminum plate (heat sink) in the ECM which is attached to the ECM main circuit board at all points. The expansion occurs when the unit gets warm especially in the summer months and causes intermittent electrical connection in the unit because the fragile board is being stretched and malformed. The code most commonly scanned by professional mechanics is code c1185. Seen by us owners as a yellow ABS brake light.
Abs light keeps on turn off and on, tacking light keeps coming on. Replaced brakes twice.
Abs light comes on at times. Has done this since about 30,000 miles and van has 150,000 currently. At first it would randomly come on about every other month and I thought that was normal, now it comes on every other day or multiple times a day. Abs computer is defective and needs to be replaced. Failure codes that are in the ABS computer: 1145rf wheel speed input circuit failure 1185power relay output circuit failure 1198lf isolation valve circuit failure 1194lf dump valve circuit failure 1254rr isolation valve circuit failure 1246rr dump valve circuit failure 1250lr isolation valve circuit failure 1242lr dump valve circuit failure 1214rf isolation valve circuit failure 1210rf dump valve circuit failure as you can see from the codes the ABS computer has failed. The ABS computer will be deactivated until a replacement can be installed.
On my 1999 ford windstar se, the antilock brake system ECM is defective because the computer board is mounted on an aluminum plate which expands from engine and summer heat, causing the dashboard ABS light to come on and possibly failure of the ABS system.
1999 ford windstar brake, ABS brake stays on, cruise control went out, and speedometer/odometer went out. Fuse blew and continues to blow. Ford has a redesigned brake pressure switch, but will not say it is a recall.
Abs and brake lights would turn on at times while driving at various speeds. Added extra fluid in brake reservoir (over filled) and brake light stopped turning on. Abs light used to turn on about 2 times a months with 38000 miles on the car. Now light turns on almost all the time with 1400000 miles on the car. Brakes have been completely replaces, calipers, pads, rotors and all other worn parts. All front suspension parts, including struts are new. Rear has new shocks and brake parts as well. All brakes properly bled but the ABS light continues almost every time it is driven. Car is driven daily. Mpg was about 21mpg average before 35k miles but now only about 17 mpg. Engine and transmission has all maintenance completed on schedule - transmission mercon v fluid replaced each 30k motor oil by schedule in manual. Car has had other electrical problems - like the dome light turning on randomly while driving down the road - this is very dangerous at night. I do not know if the two problems are related. Also the rear AC would turn on randomly since new, but ford said they could not find the problem. I finally figured it out - the dash control switch for the rear AC is incorrectly maid and the lever goes past the off position. This causes the rear AC to randomly turn on and would probably be considered a short. The car was purchased new in 1999 from hub city ford in lafayette, la. There appears to be several electrical shorts in the van that they were never able to diagnose or fix. Is this dangerous? The clicking sound from the rear AC system? The ABS randomly turning on? The mpg dropping so drastically when the ABS started turning on? The front of the car sounding like it is hitting large bumps in the road when there are only minor imperfections? This has continued for over 100000 miles and we would like to know if it is dangerous or just an extreme irritation. Guillory
I have a 1999 ford windstar, 3.8l engine. Abs brake light on, no speedometer, no odometer, no air conditioning. Took to a repair shop, they found fuse #10 was blown. Replaced the fuse and smoke started to come up from the master cylinder area, he removed the electrical connection plug for the brake pressure switch located on the bottom of the master cylinder. Thankfully this did not occur while my wife and children in the vehicle, so no one was injured. I have read on the internet of several windstars with this same problem, and believe ford should do something to rectify this problem.
The ABS braking system on my 1999 ford windstar has been malfunctioning for about the past 6-9 months. They will come on at inappropriate times (when conditions don't warrant the use of ABS brakes) and will stop working altogether at other times. The cruise control has not worked for about the past year and a half and the speedometer intermittently works. Brake fluid is leaking down under the master cylinder in my engine-all over wires. The constant problems with the ABS braking system are causing unnecessary wear and tear on my brakes making constant replacement a necessity. I have disconnected the ABS braking system in my van in order to prevent a fire or catastrophic failure of the brakes that would endanger my family.
I own a 1999 ford windstar. The mileage on my car is 98,000. Two months ago my ABS brake light would not switch off, then my odometer quit working as well as my speedometer. I took it to a mechanic who said he has seen this problem in many ford windstars and would not even work on it due to the complexity of the problem. He said what happens is that the brake fluid leaks causing some kind of issue with the electrical system which ends up being very expensive to fix. In my research I have learned there are many other people with this exact problem. It seems like the brake fluid leak is a defect in the system.
Frequent ABS and trac warning lights after vehicle warms up. Almost always off initially.
Abs brake light issue.
Abs light comes on more and more often. Stopping and restarting the vehicle eliminates the problem for a week or two.
The ABS warning light activates intermittently (it might be fine for a couple of days then will suddenly come on). When the vehicle is shut off, the ABS seems to reset and the light will be off when the vehicle is restarted. The code is c1185. My mechanic wants to replace the hydraulic pump and ehcu ($1000) the vehicle is a ford windstar 1999 se 125,000 miles.
On july 1, 2007 during the operation of my 1999 ford windstar, smoke started coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was stopped and shutdown at which time the smoke stopped. The engine compartment was inspected by myself at that time and I found nothing that appeared abnormal. Restarted the vehicle and the smoke did not reappear but the odometer readings went to dashes, speedometer was inoperative, the ABS light was on, and the air conditioner was inoperative. Drove the vehicle home and performed a more detailed inspection of it. This inspection revealed a blown fuse, as #10 of the interior fuse block. This fuse was replaced and the vehicles ignition switch was turned on, again smoke came out from the engine compartment of the vehicle and I determined at that time it was caused by the cruise control deactivation switch connector. The ignition switch was turned off immediately and the connector was disconnected from the deactivation switch located on the brake master cylinder. I found the connector both internally and externally wet with brake fluid. The connector showed signs of overheating as it was partially melted on the inside. Cleaned all the brake fluid from the deactivation switch connector and the deactivation switch itself. I left the connector disconnected from the switch and turned on the ignition switch. This resulted in no smoke from the engine compartment. The connector was left disconnected from the switch but the vehicle will not be used until I have performed or ford performs repairs to it. I found that ford had recalled several vehicles for what appears to be the same problem that I have with my 1999 windstar but it was not on the recall list. I feel that this could have developed into a dangerous situation for my family. I would like to state that I am a certificated air frame and power plant technician by the faa and have worked in that capacity for 28 years for fedex express on their aircraft.
The vehicle when parked at any degree of incline or decline has had repeated tendencies not to shift out of park. On this occasion, I had the vehicle on ramps changing my oil and went to put it in neutral to level it out. The vehicle appeared to have gotten stuck in reverse and neither the foot brake nor the emergency brake would stop it. It would not let me shift into any of gear until it reached level ground. I had an appointment with the dealer to look at the transmission on may 31, 2007 because I had been having trouble with the transmission shifting very rough and feeling a jerking sensation when I shifted from park to either drive or reverse.
Tl* - the contact had a 1999 ford windstar with an odometer reading of 95000 miles and the brakes failed. The contact stated that when she applied the brakes at any speed the vehicle will not slow down ,and she would feel a pulsating vibration. The contact said that the anti lock brake light stayed on at all times, and the brake pedal went to the floor before the vehicle stopped. The weather has not been a factor when this occurred.. The contact took the vehicle to a repair shop, and they stated that they had fixed the problem, but did not give her a repair order.
Without warning, the brake pedal went to the floor. My daughter was unable to stop and collided with the vehicle in front of her. The brake fluid reservoir is full. The car was serviced regularly but had no recent brake work completed. I have been told that the master cylinder completely failed. The party that was struck is now claiming injury. We do not know the severity of their injuries.
Anti-lock brake light went on. I drove it this way for two months. 15 codes in the system. Ford dealer states it's the hydraulic and electric box. To repair both would cost 800.00 or so, which is including labor and parts. States it's a known problem of 1999 ford windstars. I have no anti-lock brakes when the ABS light is on. Declining to fix at this time, but a huge liablility for myself. Possiblity of brake failure not discussed at this time. I have already had to repair the upper intake manifold 500.00+ (at a ford dealer) and also had the door ajar problem, which was fixed at home here for 0$. This is the third and final problem listed on consumer reports that this vehicle is known for.
1999 ford windstar 135,000 miles. Used for sales. Master cylinder (ABS) light on and short at line running into master cylinder. Pulled fuse after blowing several. Affected part of dash (speedo, and odomiter) and cruise now does not work. Had my son confirm were smoked wire was while putting in new fuse and watching under hood with my son starting van. Note: same problem as see in news reports on other ford products but windstar was not listed. My mechinic does not do wiring but he did point out tosted harrness and connection at master cylinder.
While driving down the interstate, moving at a speed of 65 MPH, the fuse (10)controlling the speed control module, ABS module, brake shift interlock solenoid, powertrain control module, etc. Etc. Blew. Instantly, I had no speedometer, ABS light came on and my rear A/C began blowing on its own. I have since replaced #10 fuse and it has blown repeatedly. Since this past friday, I have also learned that my cruise control is no longer functioning. I have done the research and have found from my fellow ford lemon owners, that this is not an uncommon occurance. I will be replacing the cruise control switch and/or brake pressure switch (which is located by the master cyclinder; which commonly seems to have a short in the circuit due to the wonderful job ford did designing their vehicles.
The vehicle's check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the fuel filter. *nm the alternator, right inner cv boot, ABS module, and brake master cylinder were replace.
Just about everything that can go wrong with a car, I've experienced it as the owner of this 1999 ford windstar lx. I've had transmission work done, brake work, replaced tires (twice in 2 years), replace the battery and the starter. I came to this site because the car wouldn't start, wouldn't take a jump, wouldn't make a sound. I called to have it towed and the gentleman jiggled the key in the ignition and the car started. A few days later the same thing happened again. This time no one could start it. Testing the battery and primary parts for starting the car proved that these parts were all functioning normal. A few hours and $127.00 later (not including the cost of towing the vehicle) I'm told the problem is with the anti-theft device. It is broken and needs to be replaced to the tune of about $900.00 with a 90-day warranty. Recommendations to me were to get rid of the car. "this particular part in all ford vehicles is poorly built." I haven't decided what I'm going to do at this point, however, I feel pretty sure my decision will not involve staying with ford.
Transmission problem with 1999 ford windstar on several occasion. *bf (transmission slippage) these problems have existed since the vehicle was first purchased; engine trouble, vaporization leaks, and a broken gear. There were also worn front brakes, steering was inoperative, and there was a vacuum leak due to the upper intake manifold. *sc
While applying the brakes vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the rotors needed to be rotated. Mechanic rotated the rotors, and the problem recurred.
Front heater does not work. Thumping noise from dashboard. Dealer (person ford, laverne, ca) wants $500 to replace heating valve/flap. Abs light stays on dealer could not figure out the cause.
I bought this car used and from the day I drove it off the lot I have put a few thousand dollars in it. The engine light keeps coming on with codes 171/174 lean on bank 1 and 2 I have replaced the o2, the egr, the differential, I have had the upper intake gasket replaced and the egr hoses cleaned. The light still burns. I have had nothing but trouble with this car since buying it and I will never buy another one.I also had to replace the brakes, the struts and the stablizer bar , as well as one of the tie rods. This van might look great but it runs like crap we have spent enough on this used van to have bought a new one.
* vehicle leans since purchased sept 13, 2003. * allignment problems. * transmission does not properly change gears. * low treads on tires. * a frame problems. * suspension steering makes a clunking noise. * brakes must be pumped to stop, and make a ticking noise when applied. * vehicle has overheated. * power steering fluid leaked. * gears do not shift properly. * primer scotch guard on seats wearing after coat applied.
I am having lots of troubles with 1999 ford windstar since the day I bought from dealer (lew webb ford, garden grove). 1. Currently my van has manifold leakage. This has occurred immediately after the ford dealer fixed my transmission leakage. The price quoted is $1200 out of which I have to pay $540. I have already spent lots of money in maint & repairs. Before this I had to take my van to dealer for following problems: transmission leakage at 37000 miles. Front & back brakes at 37000 miles. Electrical system failure. Couple of recalls. Currently it has approximately 50600 miles on odometer and I have been communicating to & fro with dealer. For the current problem dealer has offered me 55% in assistance. But my problem is I am wasting lots of time, money & energy to have all this problems fixed. I would prefer to hand this van back to dealer or atleast get more assistance from dealer or ford company. Please advise me of any further action I should take. My phone number is[xxx]. Thanks in advance for looking into this matter. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The consumer complained about an alignment problem. The vehicle pulled to the left and made a ticking noise underneath the vehicle when the brakes were applied. The vehicle was constantly in the repair shop but the mechanic are was unable to solve the problem. *ak also the check engine light illuminated.
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