Electrical System Related Problems of the 1997 Ford Taurus

Table 1 shows 15 common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Ford Taurus. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the wiring (twelve problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 1997 Ford Taurus

The Electrical System problem

On 4/3/2015 my mother in law pulled into the driveway after a 10 mile trip to town. Upon pulling in the driveway the car started on fire immediately, at first she thought the car was overheating (white smoke) then realized the car was actually on fire (black smoke).   Read details...

The Wiring problem

My car has a electrical prob or something it makes my steering hard and won't let windows roll down and makes all lights in flash. Have taken it in to several garages and they can see what's wrong. But do not know what causes it. I have almost been in several accidents.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

A/c compressor seized causing drivebelt failure and loss of steering, alternator, and power brakes.   Read details...


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