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Tiny
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  • 1997 FORD MUSTANG
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I have a 1997 ford mustang that will not start. I believe the fillerneck seal is out. Also the theft light on the dash will not quit blinking. Do I need a new key? Will the neck seal have an affect on my fuel pump or any other fuel related componets?
Friday, December 3rd, 2010 AT 5:15 PM

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Tiny
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The reason it doesn't start is because of the theft system. I hate to say it, but it has to go to a dealer to be checked. Thery are the only ones that have the proper test equipment to check this type of problem.
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Friday, December 3rd, 2010 AT 5:21 PM
Tiny
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So a new key would not fix the problem.
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Friday, December 3rd, 2010 AT 5:25 PM
Tiny
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It could, if the problem is the sensor in the key. However, it isn't something you can have made at wal-mart. You would have to get it at a dealer and it has to be programed to match your vehicle's system. That is assuming the key is the problem.
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Friday, December 3rd, 2010 AT 6:07 PM

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