1989 Ford Taurus Ford Taurus

Tiny
LEVY93
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  • 1989 FORD TAURUS
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 112,030 MILES
Ok so hears the deal I was driving down the highway and my car started to down shift and as soon as I pulled over and came to a stop it died and was smoking from the back side of the motor and wouldnt start back up so I had it towed but the next day it still wouldnt start so now that I replaced the battery it starts right up and it will run for about 20 mins then die. Unless I try and put it in gear then it automatically dies what could the problem be? Thanks for your help
Sunday, February 14th, 2010 AT 8:08 PM

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Tiny
BMRFIXIT
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Is it overheating?
Check coolant and if low add and pressure check for leak
Check fuel pressure and suspect fuel pump failure if low
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Sunday, February 14th, 2010 AT 8:20 PM
Tiny
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No it is not overheating or at least the gage stays at about half way when warmed up. I dont understand why the car dies after I take it out of park and try to move the it.
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Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 AT 2:19 AM

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