1997 Ford F-150 Engine dies.

Tiny
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  • 1997 FORD F-150
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • MANUAL
  • 153,000 MILES
When running at normal speeds and take off everything seems fine but upon deceleration the engine dies. It happens just before coming to a complete stop or entering a sharp curve and slowing to 5 or 10 MPH. Could it be the throttle positioner? I had that same problem in my wifes dodge durango. Thanks!
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 AT 7:37 AM

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Tiny
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IT COULD BE THE SENSOR. HAS THE CHEC K ENGINE LIGHT COME ON?
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Monday, May 10th, 2010 AT 10:11 AM
Tiny
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Yes the check engine light is on.
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Monday, May 10th, 2010 AT 10:35 AM
Tiny
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If the light is on, take the vehicle to a nationally recognized parts store and have them scan the computer for trouble codes. Most will do it for free. It should identify where the problem is coming from.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Monday, May 10th, 2010 AT 12:36 PM

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