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1993 Ford Probe Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Spark, Abs.
Mileage: 180,000 miles.

Asked on July 6, 2011

Ford Probe Sensor Problem

I have a 1993 ford probe it starts up and runs ok when cold but once it gets warm it starts to bog down have no power and stalls on me and jumps around alot
Avatar Asked by cooper55

Answer

Replied on July 6, 2011

Check engine light On and when was last tune-up??

Could be caused by one of the following below

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard it and keep testing.

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
68 questions asked
Replied on July 6, 2011

Add to the list:

Check the fresh air tube between the mass air flow sensor and throttle body for cracks or other air leaks.

Tiny Answered by caradiodoc (expert)
17,633 answers provided
Replied on July 6, 2011

I should add that on my grocery list instead of just the sensor-Thanks for the heads-up Have a nice one

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
68 questions asked