Power Train Related Problems of the 1998 Ford Crown Victoria

Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 1998 Ford Crown Victoria. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission control module (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the differential unit (one problem).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1998 Ford Crown Victoria

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

Traction control system activates at highway speeds, when rear brakes are applied lightly, car slows down.   Read details...

The Differential Unit problem

Vehicle is having same symptoms as mentioned in recall # 98v322000. Differential is also making noise, possibly losing fluid.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

I have noticed on several occasions that when starting from a complete start, either forward or reverse, there is a popping noise in the driveshaft area. The vehicle was taken in for service, recall work for ball joints was done, but the problem still exists.   Read details...


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