that's what dad say's.....e-150 van..302 efi 1986 starts well and runs ok even with 180,000 miles under it's belt..however, lately, it's trying to stall alot once it warms up...won't idle right and I must gas it to keep it running...I had a code 31 egr and cleaned passage...don't know how to further check it..also had a code 83....any ideas will be welcomed...

 

has the TFI Module ever been replaced? It does have one. These cause all sorts of problems with starting/spark plug firing. Do you know the last time it was replaced?

Dane

 

yeah Ed...replaced at around 120,000 miles...I was thinking that the problem was more along the fuel system kind of thing...whachathink?...code 83?

 

Sounds like your EGR is sticking open. Take care of that 83 code & you should be good to go.

 

I had a 31 and 83 codes...I know the 31 is egr but I have cleaned the passage and it seems to be clear...how else can I check it xlt?

 

83 is "EGR control solenoid-open circuit failure" Check the wiring to the control solenoid or the solenoid might be shot. Do you have a Haynes manual?

 

I need to get one...I have a chiltons for my van...not all that informative, I must say....I am an old-timer who has no problems rebuilding a small block chevy or ford...but not very comfortable with later models and their high tech electronics.....my 57 chevy has no egr and I'm glad.....I will try to track down the wiring wo's

 

A Haynes probably wont tell you anything that your Chiltons doe'nt. One manual that has saved me a lot of time and money is the "electrical & vacuum trouble shooting manual" from www.helminc.com When it comes to fixing electrical probs on my 95 Taurus/87 Ranger these manuals are great. Sometimes just looking at a wiring diagram is all it takes to fix an electrical problem.
It would sure be nice if we could go back to the simpler times & cars of the fifties, like your 57 Chevy. Gotta love this simple solution to most of the worlds problems that I saw on a roadside billboard: "Please spay & neuter your pets AND your stupid friends & relatives." Good luck with your EGR.

 

I always thought it stood for Fix Or Repair Daily.

 

"F"irst "O"n "R"ace "D"ay ?

 

going down the road yesterday the engine died. then restarted again..and ran fine ...then later did the same...I get a code 83 which I can't figure out..one book says it's the low pressure fuel pump...could a bad relay be causing this?...I have a new filter on the fuel line...where is the fuze for the fuel pump?...how much is a new fuel pump?...how can I win the lottery?...will I ever be?