1997 Ford Grand Marquis Engine cooling Problems

“While driving, the temperature gauge was very high because the intake manifold failed. This caused the coolant to go inside the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent shop. The mechanic replaced the intake manifold. The vehicle overheated in traffic. This was a known problem.”

“Consumer states there is a coolant smell coming into the cab . Also heavy smoke comiing from under the vehicle. Dealer states there is a hairline crack on the intake manifold.”

“While operating vehicle at 60 MPH the intake manifold behind the alternator cracked causing rapid loss of fluid resulting in loss of power,and control due to fan belt getting wet , steering became difficult and power componets shutting down. Control of vehicle decreased quickly, resulting in spark plug wires being damaged and plugs failing and engine shut down.”

“While traveling down the highway vehicle made a popping sound. Then, consumer saw water pouring out of back of vehicle. Temperature gauge went to hot, and vehicle stalled on a six lane highway. Vehicle was towed gas station ,and they replaced intake manifold. Please provide any further information.”

“1997 mercury Grand Marquis cracked intake manifold. The vehicle stalled in heavy traffic almost hitting an 18 wheeler and Ford denied responsibility. The water pump was replaced but the steam continued to escape and the problem was diagnosed as a cracked manifold. The consumer was told that this was a well known problem for Ford because they have used plastic intake for some time and the vehicles were subject to higher temperatures and would stop in traffic with no warning.”