1998 F-150 Stalling

1998 ALL OTHER MAKES ALL OTHER MODELS
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COSMO
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Hello,

I have a question about a stalling concern. I am living in northern Ontario and have no access to a dealer or mechanic for that matter. I have an f-150 v8 that runs fine at idle, but any throttle aplication and the engine bogs or sometimes even stalls. The engine light is not on at this time (not that I would be able to check it). I am looking for some sort of help on this issue if you have any ideas.

Thanks

Cosmo
Jan 5, 2006 at 9:06 PM
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COSMO
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Come on people, I could use some help
Jan 6, 2006 at 6:28 AM
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BILL
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Do you know anyone that has an OBD2 reader?

If so, that is the first thing to plug into the truck and get a reading on the error codes (perhaps that might be a good investment since you live far away from dealers) review, although seems like a bad/clogged Fuel Filter or poor fuel quality (use octane booster & see if improves at all) would be first thing to check...also, perhaps trash in the actual Gas Tank / lines / replace.......also, lube any throttle linkages / cables as perhaps sticking?

Also Fuel Pump or sending unit(s)...you can research on the INTERNET or purchase a Chilton Manual for this specific c truck..the manual # 26666 from Chilton's covers 1997-2000 F-Series & SUV's

The on board computer (if installed) is also a possible (expensive) issue, but that would require a dealer inspection.
Jan 6, 2006 at 8:41 AM
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CARL BRAUN
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Additional input

There is s signal beep when running . A series of five beeps five times.
Is this a code and if so what does it indicate?
Jan 7, 2006 at 11:46 AM
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DUDE
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how old is the vehicle ?
obd2 reader only works on 94 and newer models (princess auto sells them also canadian tire)
Sounds like it is trying to get fuel which could be a number of things including low pump pressure and dirty gas filter , water in gas etc
Jan 11, 2006 at 1:28 AM
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