Ty so much I been messing with this for 6 weeks for something that cost much of nothing to fix. Word to the wise dont let a so called friend try and tell you they know what there doing. Watch this do it yourself under 10 buck ty for your video.
Thanks for the video...having exact problems ....almost started to change plugs, wires and coil pack....04 freestar with only 98,000 just felt the plugs should last longer...just kept researching and found a builtin for this problem. Your video helped for references Long live people who make helpful videos!
I have an '06 F150 with the 4.2L V6 and the same thing happen. I had this rattling noise for almost three years that happened when I was accelerating and only when the engine was warm, but everything was running fine so I ignored it. I was driving around one day about 4 months ago, and it suddenly started hesitating, running rough and _really_ rich. I scanned the OBD and I got codes for fuel injector 5 and the bank opposite stuck rich. So I took apart the upper manifold to replace the injector and saw that module in the back and was curious what it was. I touched the linkage and it fell off. I bought new bushings, replaced all of them plus the injector, put it all back together. Runs like a top and no more rattling!
Percy, thanks for the video. I have replaced all 4 plastic bushings. I was able to get the 2 outside rods to snap into place, the inner 2 bushings on the module will not keep the rods fastened when the engine starts and runs. Eventually the engine starts and the rods pop loose from the module side and in turn the engine starts running rough.
omfreakinggoodness! Thank you! I'm gonna check those little, plastic bushings before i spend too much replacing the ECM or intake manifold as recommended by the dealer. grr.
thank broh I'm gonna to try that that makes total sense both valves open and close together I have a 2003 Ford Windstar and it idles like crap and wants to keep stalling I think maybe all of mine are broke but that would cause a serious problem with timing with those valves not opening together I hope this works going to go check it out
Nice video percy mcdonald I got a mustang 2001 v6 and same thing happen the bushings broke up and I got an engine code .later it went away but I dont know how to remove the intake manifold 😳 pls if you could guide me on how to remove the intake manifold I would really appreciate it. On windstar is easy to get to the IMRC..on a mustang is in the back and removing the intake is necessary.
Thank you that was replaced by a shop but the van started to sputter and not start it back fires a bit it like gas not flowing smoothly they used diagnostic to tell me it was a synchronizer part by the shaft not syncing the gas flow! The van drove for a few days but it quit again ! Going to demand my money back shop charged me over 1100 dollars
I have a 2001 Ford Focus zx3 that needs intake manifold runner control replaced I’ve called everywhere including the ford dealership and they told me that it is discontinued for that year and that no other year ones would interchange but I’ve seen where online it states they will interchange from 2000-2004 with that part I’m just trying to see if anyone can tell me if it will or can possibly point me in the direction to possibly get the part since it’s been discontinued
For a Ford: 3.8l www.chiltonlibrary.com/lh/TSB/ViewTSB?assetId=35589 TSB 07-16-17 Part Numbers: F5RZ-9F955-AB , F5RZ-9F955-A or SPARK KNOCK UNDER LIGHT LOAD AND TSB 07-16-17 ACCELERATION-3.8L, 3.9L, AND 4.2L-SPLIT PORT INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL (IMRC)
Hi percy my name is justin i recently bought 02 ford windstar ran good for a while now it just dies in the road spiratticlly cant figure out whats wrong can you help me
Yes, it sounds like your MAF sensor is clogged up, its an easy fix. You need to go and buy some MAF sensor cleaner, it comes in a spray can. Heres a good video on how to access the MAF sensor. There expensive to replace so I recommend cleaning it first. th-cam.com/video/iiigGj-JsiI/w-d-xo.html
Heres another great video , remember to only use MAF cleaner, and nothing else or you will wreck your MAF sensor. th-cam.com/video/_TO7ZC5N-aA/w-d-xo.html
so I changed all the bushings out put all the rides and imrc back together still starting rough having trouble idling having misfires I gave it gas when it reaches 3000 RPMs that I am RC is working and moving now can it seriously just be some old spark plugs I have new spark plug wires and for some reason the code is still coming up intake manifold Runner control malfunction stuck open give me some knowledge Mountain Man
The Dorman bushings did NOT work for me. They did not hold the rod in. IT just pulled out. Will have to get Ford parts (expensive). (Yes I installed them correctly. Put the bushing in first, then insert the rod. The rod goes in easily and comes right out. Just a tiny bit of catch but not enough.
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Ty so much I been messing with this for 6 weeks for something that cost much of nothing to fix. Word to the wise dont let a so called friend try and tell you they know what there doing. Watch this do it yourself under 10 buck ty for your video.
Thanks for the video...having exact problems ....almost started to change plugs, wires and coil pack....04 freestar with only 98,000 just felt the plugs should last longer...just kept researching and found a builtin for this problem.
Your video helped for references
Long live people who make helpful videos!
I have an '06 F150 with the 4.2L V6 and the same thing happen. I had this rattling noise for almost three years that happened when I was accelerating and only when the engine was warm, but everything was running fine so I ignored it.
I was driving around one day about 4 months ago, and it suddenly started hesitating, running rough and _really_ rich. I scanned the OBD and I got codes for fuel injector 5 and the bank opposite stuck rich. So I took apart the upper manifold to replace the injector and saw that module in the back and was curious what it was. I touched the linkage and it fell off. I bought new bushings, replaced all of them plus the injector, put it all back together. Runs like a top and no more rattling!
Percy, thanks for the video. I have replaced all 4 plastic bushings. I was able to get the 2 outside rods to snap into place, the inner 2 bushings on the module will not keep the rods fastened when the engine starts and runs. Eventually the engine starts and the rods pop loose from the module side and in turn the engine starts running rough.
omfreakinggoodness! Thank you! I'm gonna check those little, plastic bushings before i spend too much replacing the ECM or intake manifold as recommended by the dealer. grr.
thank broh I'm gonna to try that that makes total sense both valves open and close together I have a 2003 Ford Windstar and it idles like crap and wants to keep stalling I think maybe all of mine are broke but that would cause a serious problem with timing with those valves not opening together I hope this works going to go check it out
i have a 1999 cougar the intake Manifold runner is stuck open is that the same as IMRC? thank you, Kim
Nice video percy mcdonald I got a mustang 2001 v6 and same thing happen the bushings broke up and I got an engine code .later it went away but I dont know how to remove the intake manifold 😳 pls if you could guide me on how to remove the intake manifold I would really appreciate it. On windstar is easy to get to the IMRC..on a mustang is in the back and removing the intake is necessary.
just looked I can't believe 3 are broke one on the way changing all 3 .. thx again broh big help....
Thank you for all the comments, I have other TH-cam channels as well and haven't been on this one in a while.
Does anybody know the duty cycle is on these? Does it just open 100% and close 100% or does it open at all different levels like an IAC ?
thank you so much this was very helpful...
This video was every helpful.
Your welcome
thank for this video,very helpful
Dorman part number 47099 for the nylon bushings.. Orileys/ auto zone .pack of 5 for 5 bucks. Thanks for the video!
Thank you that was replaced by a shop but the van started to sputter and not start it back fires a bit it like gas not flowing smoothly they used diagnostic to tell me it was a synchronizer part by the shaft not syncing the gas flow! The van drove for a few days but it quit again ! Going to demand my money back shop charged me over 1100 dollars
Mine is missing the front rod and cant find the one piece by itself anywhere they want you to purchase the whole thing 😢
What's the best way to install bushings keeps breaking them ends off them
I have a 2001 Ford Focus zx3 that needs intake manifold runner control replaced I’ve called everywhere including the ford dealership and they told me that it is discontinued for that year and that no other year ones would interchange but I’ve seen where online it states they will interchange from 2000-2004 with that part I’m just trying to see if anyone can tell me if it will or can possibly point me in the direction to possibly get the part since it’s been discontinued
Thanos, thanks for the video.
For a Ford: 3.8l www.chiltonlibrary.com/lh/TSB/ViewTSB?assetId=35589
TSB 07-16-17
Part Numbers: F5RZ-9F955-AB , F5RZ-9F955-A or
SPARK KNOCK UNDER LIGHT LOAD AND TSB 07-16-17
ACCELERATION-3.8L, 3.9L, AND 4.2L-SPLIT PORT
INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL (IMRC)
will the Irmc keep wind star. from starting
Hi percy my name is justin i recently bought 02 ford windstar ran good for a while now it just dies in the road spiratticlly cant figure out whats wrong can you help me
Yes, it sounds like your MAF sensor is clogged up, its an easy fix. You need to go and buy some MAF sensor cleaner, it comes in a spray can. Heres a good video on how to access the MAF sensor. There expensive to replace so I recommend cleaning it first. th-cam.com/video/iiigGj-JsiI/w-d-xo.html
Heres another great video , remember to only use MAF cleaner, and nothing else or you will wreck your MAF sensor. th-cam.com/video/_TO7ZC5N-aA/w-d-xo.html
so I changed all the bushings out put all the rides and imrc back together still starting rough having trouble idling having misfires I gave it gas when it reaches 3000 RPMs that I am RC is working and moving now can it seriously just be some old spark plugs I have new spark plug wires and for some reason the code is still coming up intake manifold Runner control malfunction stuck open give me some knowledge Mountain Man
Could be the spark plugs and you just need to reset the computer to get rid of the code.
what size socket to use to remove the imrc 2000 windstar?
Quincy Mcallister anyone needing to know the answer to this question my 03 windstar is held in by 10mm bolts.
Went to Ford for ONE of these bushes today - cost £5.69.
For ONE!
The Dorman bushings did NOT work for me. They did not hold the rod in. IT just pulled out. Will have to get Ford parts (expensive). (Yes I installed them correctly. Put the bushing in first, then insert the rod. The rod goes in easily and comes right out. Just a tiny bit of catch but not enough.
I had the same problem with the Dorman part. Did the Ford part work for you?