Two problems related to fuel injection have been reported for the 1997 Ford Crown Victoria. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Consumer state while traveling 60 mph notice anti freeze burning smell inside vehicle. Consumer stopped a service station and notice anti freeze all over engine. Vehicle was service by technician and replace intake manifold. Nlm heater hose leaking coolant, also the brake lines were repaired. Referenced in rq03-004.
This is apparently a widespread problem on 1996 and newer crown vics, t-birds, mustangs and lincolns. Ford knows there is a design problem, but refuses to bear the cost. . Read more...