Ford Taurus help

Tiny
GSMITH1987
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  • 1987 FORD TAURUS
  • 6 CYL
  • AUTOMATIC
I have a 98 ford taurus SE and have had some issues. First the car started then died suddenly and then wouldn't do anything after that. Didn't make noise or lights or anything. So after changing the ignition switch and replacing the diagnostic fuse the car started up slowly but surely. But it had to be jumped with another vehicle. Now when I turn the turn signal on the car dies! I can jump it and get it started again but the battery is now not staying charged! Please someone help!
Friday, January 14th, 2011 AT 10:58 PM

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Tiny
CJ MEDEVAC
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Let's try to "FULLY" recharge the battery, with it disconnected from the car (Yes, disconnected, there is a reason for that!)

Or Replace it with one that is "FULLY CHARGED"

In some cases, Mr. Computer goes haywire without this being done this-a-way!

Something about the weak battery, just messes up it's thinkin'!

The Medic
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Saturday, January 15th, 2011 AT 1:52 PM

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