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Ford Falcon 1997 Problems

Are you having problems with your 1997 Ford Falcon? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 1997 Ford Falcon issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 1997 Ford Falcon in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Ford Falcon: Broken wheel bearing

It's not a problem with the bearings, there is something else wrong, perhaps with the axle as your mechanic has suggested.

Ask Smithy Xtra EL Falcon auto jamming

By locking in third gear it’s going into ‘limp home’ mode, probably because the computer has identified an electrical problem with the gearbox. A diagnostic check should identify the fault.

Ford Falcon 1997: Surging under acceleration

Have the injectors cleaned to make sure it isn't a partly blocked injector, if that doesn't fix the problem replace the injectors.

Ask Smithy Xtra Brake shudder Falcon EL

There are a number of factors that could contribute to causing brake shudder, and you’ve highlighted another one. Finding the cause on an individual car can be frustrating.

Ask Smithy Xtra Falcon in neutral

I would suggest that you replace the transmission fluid. That might be enough to fix your problem, but it sounds like the transmission needs a full service.

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Running on petrol, lpg

RUNNING on petrol once a month is enough to keep the fuel-system seals and fuel pump from drying out and possibly failing.

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