P0305 is a fairly common trouble code with the Ford Windstar. It’s and OBD2 code and stands for: P0305: Misfire Detected → Cylinder 5 P0305 is certainly a cause for concern, and should be considered a threat to the drivability your Windstar. The nice thing about P0305 is that it’s a cylinder specific trouble code, … Read more
P0135 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Ford Windstar. It is caused by a failure in one of the oxygen sensors heated elements, specifically bank 1 sensor 1. It technically stands for: P0135: Heated Oxygen Sensor → Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction → Bank 1, Sensor 1 The purpose of the heated … Read more
P0121 is a somewhat common trouble code with the Ford Windstar. It’s an OBDII code and has to do with the Throttle Pedal Position Sensor. It is relatively serious problem since it leaves your vehicle in failsafe mode. P0121: Throttle Pedal Position Sensor → Switch (TPS) A Circuit Range → Performance Problem OBDII code P0121 … Read more
P0401 is a very common OBDII trouble code that’ll pop up in the Ford Windstar. It has to do with the emissions system and stands for Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)→ Insufficient Flow. The EGR system in your van is responsible for recirculating exhaust gasses in order to lower the vehicle’s emissions output. There are three … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Ford Windstar is the P0496 code. This code number references a number that is given to you when you plug your Windstar into an OBDII scanner. Below, you’ll find the most common symptoms and ways to diagnose the P0496 in your Ford Windstar. Good Luck! Ford … Read more
The P0440 code is a common trouble code that many Ford Windstar owners may encounter. It indicates that there is an issue with the van’s Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) system. Specifically, the EVAP system is malfunctioning. A variety of causes can trigger the P0440 code, with the most common one being a loose or damaged … Read more
A somewhat common issue with the Ford Windstar is the P0449 code. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug your Windstar into a OBD2 scanner. P0449 deals with the evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system. It often appears with, or is related other codes, such as P0420, P0446, and very … Read more
One of the most common issues that happens with the Ford Windstar is the P0442 trouble code. This code appears when connecting the vehicle to an OBDII scanner and pertains to the emissions system. While it’s unlikely to cause a breakdown, it can be bothersome and may result in a failed emissions test for your … Read more
If your Ford Windstar has the P0304 trouble code, you should know that it’s about as common of a code as there is. It’s a generic OBD IIcode (same meaning for all vehicles) that indicates that your van’s fourth cylinder is misfiring. P0304 is a drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If … Read more
This page is meant to help you troubleshoot the Ford Windstar P0430 trouble code. It covers the P0430 code’s meaning, symptoms, causes, and possible solutions. P0430 is an emissions-related trouble code and is virtually never a breakdown risk. P0430 is usually caused by a catalytic converter issue or a bad O2 sensor. Table of Contents … Read more