Looses Spark Under Acceleration. Starts OK
140

Asked by Reid Sep 29, 2016 at 02:17 PM about the 1996 Ford E-Series E-150 STD Econoline

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I've had several fuel issues; thanks for the help, guys.
Replaced fuel pump.  Pump now checks out ok. Now, engine looses spark
when trying to accelerate. 5.8L. I also recently replaced the starter, but I
would not think that would be an issue with this.

Pretty good shop has not yet figured out why yet.

Anybody have experience with this or know what to look for?  Please and
thank you.

4 Answers
188,365

Paul answered 7 years ago

This should help with the loss of spark. http://troubleshootmyvehicle.com/ford/4.9L-5.0L-5.8L/how-to-test-the-ignition-coil-1

1 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful
140

Reid answered 7 years ago

thanks for your help. I read this and have a question about functionality of the ignition coil. But it's new to me and I may have missed something. You're saying it could function properly to start the engine and idle properly, but fail upon higher RPM/acceleration?

Mark helpful
140

Reid answered 7 years ago

thanks for your help. I read this and have a question about functionality of the ignition coil. But it's new to me and I may have missed something. You're saying it could function properly to start the engine and idle properly, but fail upon higher RPM/acceleration?

Mark helpful
140

Reid answered 7 years ago

The journey continues. After spending a lot of trouble shooting time, my favorite shop (who does not charge if they cannot fix the problem - rare breed) found that to make the van run beyond idle, they had to disconnect the "stack connector to control timing". It runs a little retarded now, but still plenty of power, starts right up, no stalling, starts when engine is warm. Below is a photo of the plug. It is on the driver's side firewall, behind the battery. So, the question is, has anybody run across this before and know the better solution?

3 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • Looses Spark Under Acceleration. Starts OK 4 Answers

    I've had several fuel issues; thanks for the help, guys. Replaced fuel pump. Pump now checks out ok. Now, engine looses spark when trying to accelerate. 5.8L. I also recently replaced the starter, b...

    1996 Ford E-Series E-150 STD Econoline

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 1990 e 150 5.0L very hard cold starts, starts ok warm. 3 Answers

    van has gotten very hard to start if it sits more than 2 hours. While trying to crank it, it may take several tries before it starts and runs rough, have to keep on gas peddle to keep it running, fe...

    1990 Ford E-Series E-150 Base

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • poor acceleration 3 Answers

    i have really bad acceleration,ive replaced fuel pump,starter,soleniod,alternat... when i accelerate its real sluggish and dont want to pick up speed and it seems like its miss firing and has a rou...

    1994 Ford E-Series E-150 STD Econoline

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • no start no spark replaced ecm,crnk sensor,speed sensor,coil,fuel pump no start 2 Answers

    starts and stops at will. 1 min. 2 hrs. when stopped no spark. when it starts it runs and sounds real good

    1996 Ford E-Series E-250 3 Dr XL Econoline Cargo Van Extended

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 1996 Ford E250 getting spark but not starting. 1 Answer

    Replaced spark plugs, wires, fuel filter, coil , cap. It turns over and wants to start. Had it start briefly, but, then shut-off. Previous owner has the exhaust pipe facing upward.

    1996 Ford E-Series E-250 3 Dr STD Econoline Cargo Van Extended

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

Looking for a Used E-Series in your area?

CarGurus has 170 nationwide E-Series listings starting at $6,900.

Postal Code:

Shortcuts

Search Ford E-Series Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Tracy Hooks
    Reputation
    2,550
  • #2
    Gene Arnett
    Reputation
    1,960
  • #3
    Roadhand13
    Reputation
    1,300
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Ford Transit Cargo
51 Great Deals out of 1,027 listings starting at $12,000
Used Chevrolet Express
4 Great Deals out of 53 listings starting at $13,988
Used Ford E-Series Chassis
33 listings starting at $14,999
Used GMC Savana Cargo
15 Great Deals out of 340 listings starting at $7,949
Used Ford F-150
295 Great Deals out of 13,390 listings starting at $3,888
Used GMC Savana
22 listings starting at $13,900

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.