V6 (1994-2004) Mustangs Technical discussions on the 3.8L and 3.9L V6 torque monsters

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Old Dec 7, 2012 | 05:53 PM
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hello all that read,
i have a few problems with my 2002 v6 mustang and hope to recive some help. i blew the #3 spark plug out and had it repaired, now it misfires. also my idel is not so good, i was told to clean my iac valve and did so but no results have been seen. any ideals?
Old Dec 7, 2012 | 06:31 PM
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also when i turn on the ac or heater i smell fuel, i think its time for a new car
Old Dec 7, 2012 | 10:21 PM
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Who repaired it? Sounds like its not sealing right.
Old Dec 8, 2012 | 10:09 AM
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well i was driving from cali to texas and in arizona it blew out, so i took it to the nearest shop and they put a thred kit in it. they told me i would eventally need to repair the cylinder which i dont understand why i would have to do that.
Old Dec 8, 2012 | 11:11 AM
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They probably meant the valves on that cylinder. It's possible that steel/aluminum could of gotten in there and damaged one of the valves or even damaged the piston ring.




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