the octane is higher, in the long run it is cheaper also.the engine runs more efficiently and cleaner extending the life of the engine
The Owners Manual specifically calls for regular, 87 octane fuel. No premium needed.
On a side note, many experts strongly discourage the use of premium octane fuels except when the manufacturer requires it.
According to the 2001 Ford Windstar Owner Guide : The engine air filter is ( Motorcraft FA-1616 ) It is a cone shaped engine air filter
the transmissions are different 2000 takes ax4s 2001 take ax4n motors would fit some sensors make need to be transfered
Probably not, a 2001 Windstar usually has hydraulic lifters that never need adjusting it could be a bad valve spring, or a bad lifter that will need to be replaced.
No, I don't think that engine takes premium.
"premium" or at least 91 octane
Emission diagram for 1996 ford thunderbird 3.8l
I am looking for a new engine for my 2001 gran am SE
Have it checked for codes. You will probably have a misfire code. You will need to know what the code is to be able to diagnose.These contribute to misfire:SparkplugsSparkplug wiresCoil - especially they they're cracked and under damp conditionsMsifiring fuel injectorsSee "Related Questions" below for more
if you have a turbo engine you need premium gas, look inside your gas tank door and it will tell you what octane your car requires.
That code is manufacturer specific...I would need to know the vehicle information. 2002 ford windstar v6 3.8l
In the passenger side firewall - on the engine side. You need to remove the plastic shroud in front of the windshield / behind the hood to get to it.
On what Vortec engine you are talking about. The vast majority do not require the use of Premium fuel. Use exactly what your owner's manual lists. Using Premium in an engine designed to run on Regular is a waste of money and provides no benefit whatsoever. No more power, no better mileage, nothing! Anyone who tells you different is buying into the myth, and that is all it is, a Myth. But if the engine requires Premium then use Premium. Using Regular in an engine designed for premium will cause engine damage due to what is commonly called pinging.On what Vortec engine you are talking about. The vast majority do not require the use of Premium fuel. Use exactly what your owner's manual lists. Using Premium in an engine designed to run on Regular is a waste of money and provides no benefit whatsoever. No more power, no better mileage, nothing! Anyone who tells you different is buying into the myth, and that is all it is, a Myth. But if the engine requires Premium then use Premium. Using Regular in an engine designed for premium will cause engine damage due to what is commonly called pinging.