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Re: 1998 Ford F150 Intermittant Hard Start
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 1/7/2004

I'm a dealer tech and we see those every winter. The problem is that the engine doesn't turn over fast enough due to rod bearing drag. The fix, per TSB FMC 12B7-11-03 is to remove the oil pan, loosen all 12 rod bolts 1/2 turn and put it back together. Make sur... Login to read more.