AboutDennis W Expertise I am a retired Ford master tech specializing in electrical, climate control, emissions, driveability, chassis, brakes, and any light repairs. Currently employed by an independent shop that appreciates my knowledge and abilities.
Cannot answer transmission or parts questions, these are not areas of my expertise.
Experience 32 years of auto repair, diagnosis, and emissions testing, in service staions, independent garages, and 20 years with Ford dealers.
Organizations National Street Rod Association (NSRA)
International Automotive Technicians Network (IATN)
www.blueovaltechs.com
IAMAW (retired)
National Street Rod Association
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Education/Credentials Riverside City College Automotive technology program
Ford Master Tech Certified Engine and Chassis Master (Over 500 hours)
ASE Certified in 7 categories
6 years training in Union 76 Pro-tech program
Awards and Honors 4-time Technician of the Year at Almaden Lincoln Mercury
Ford Master Tech
Union 76 Pro-tech Master tech
Question Unusual situation: Emission light comes on, then Rear Antilock light, then the seatbelt warning alarm. Then the engine sputters and dies. Emission light is intermittant, doesn't stay on more than a second. When Em and RA lights are on together, the engine starts chugging. When the seatbelt alarm starts dinging, I know the engine's about to die.
Seems to happen when the vehicle is moving at or under 25. No overheating.
The vehicle does have a tranny problem with a bad leak.
Is this problem electrical? Air flow? Tranny? I have found nothing similar in books or on the Net. I would appreciate any advice.
Answer Yep, you have a weird one there. Have you noticed any problem swith stuff like the radio, wipers, or other accessories? I am thinking maybe the ignition switch has started to separate, and causing a loss of voltage to those things that are associated with the RUN or ON position. The switches in the 1980's were prone to failure, start there and let me know if you find anything wrong with the ignition switch.
I think you can add follwups or comments instead of asking again, look under feedback.
