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1988 Mustang GT stalling problem need help

Old 09-04-2007, 10:39 PM
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ignition module, bolted to the front of the distributor. 6 wire connector.
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Old 09-04-2007, 10:43 PM
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thanks
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Old 09-04-2007, 10:52 PM
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Also think about converting to Mass Air, it allows you to run much better mods as far as somethings.

Also check out the distributor, i almost broke down and purchased a new ECU but it could be anything along the ignition line if it rolls over, but also make sure your MAP sensor and other things are clean. I have an 89 so some things are different but that's one of those things you should do like oil changes.

Then as long as it's getting good start up but dies out after a bit it's also possible your ICM (igntion control module) could be bad, I suggest you buy something with a lifetime warranty as it's one of those things that if it's broke down you will love to have a "free replacement" as they run usually 80+
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Old 09-05-2007, 09:59 AM
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try replacing the ignition module. mine done the same thing ( 88 gt). running fine until i came to a stop light and it died. wouldnt restart for a minute or two.it would just turn over and over. finally got it started and stopped at a store and come back out andstarted it up again and it stalled after about five seconds. finally replaced the ignitionmodule and havent had a problem since. hope this helps,later
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Old 10-11-2011, 04:17 AM
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i had the same problem you are having over time it got worse to the point i couldn't make it to the gas station 3 miles away anymore with out having to worry about it i replaced the coil plugs wires fuel filter cap rotor maf sensor and much more just to find out it was the ignition control module the tfi as the call it or icm it was 55 bucks at autozone to replace it life time warranty hope this help's
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Old 10-11-2011, 09:56 AM
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I hope within the 4 year span it got fixed
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