1990 Ford F-150 Consumer Discussions

Ford F-Series Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• fuel problem

  Written by: 3312jeff on Nov 30, 2011 11:06:49 PM

  1990 ford f150 6 cylinder, bought this truck 2 months ago, would not start , was not getting fuel to spark plugs, spray gas or eather in throttle body would run till it was gone, put new fuel pump, fuel regulator, and just put in new fuel injectors, still not getting fuel to spark plugs, put nodes on wiring to check power to fuel injectors, nodes blink real fast, so i ... Read More

Ford F-Series Rough Idle/Vibration Problems

• Re: 1990 Ford F150 XLT [fordguy2011]

  Written by: n24our on Nov 29, 2011 7:39:59 PM

  I am having the exact same problems with my 1991 Ford F150 XLT 4.9L I6. Did you have any luck finding out what was causing both problems?

• 1990 Ford F150 XLT

  Written by: fordguy2011 on Mar 5, 2011 10:58:45 PM

  So i just bought a 1990 Ford F150 that had a few issues. 1st issue. Truck sometimes has a flux in idle but works itself out after a few min. CEL is on but nothing seems to be really wrong with it. ANY IDEAS. i would scan it but its not free here...Someone said to replace the TPS. Not sure if i should......2nd issue this thing shifts fine if you ease ... Read More

Need advice

• 1990 ford f150 wont start

  Written by: bassman73 on Oct 24, 2010 5:29:18 AM

  i have a 1990 ford f150 with a 302 hsd to change out the alternator after i was done fired up the truck ran great then put it into reverse and it died ,wont start now have no spark out of coil and out of dist have power to each but no spark also noticed that when the key on the on postion i cant hear then fuel pump prime anymore ... Read More

Ford F-Series Transmission Problems

• Re: 1990 ford f-150 Clutch / transmission problems [bob180197]

  Written by: bob180197 on Jul 28, 2009 3:09:20 PM

  Well Last week I pulled the transmission and replaced the slave cylinder and then bleed the clutch and It is working well now - except that in removing the transmission I tour up the muffler and some of the pipes and had to replace then( I would of had to replace then soon anyway) thanks. :)

• 1990 ford f-150 Clutch / transmission problems

  Written by: bob180197 on Jul 20, 2009 6:11:20 PM

  Today I went to bleed the clutch on the truck and after releasing the bleeder the clutch peddle went to the floor and stayed there. I tried to continue to bleed the clutch but no brake fluid will come through. Is it the clutch master cylinder or the throw plate and how can I check? The transmission shifted fine and runs good.

Ford F-Series Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [hazymoon]

  Written by: stan58 on Sep 9, 2009 9:17:39 AM

  No I replaced the rear tank but had no luck, will try again when time is available. I wish someone could tell me how to do away with the front or rear tank but have not found that person, and yes the pump in the rear runs.

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [scubarash]

  Written by: hazymoon on Sep 8, 2009 8:44:10 AM

  Did you find out what was wrong?

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [hotrod_7292]

  Written by: hazymoon on Sep 8, 2009 8:38:32 AM

  Did you find out what was wrong?

Ford F-Series Transmission Problems

• How Well do you know 1990 ford pickups?

  Written by: getnrdone on Aug 2, 2008 12:12:15 AM

  Can I "bolt in swap" a 5 speed manual transmission (M5R2) into my 1990 Ford F-150 4x4? It has a 4.9 I-6 engine and a Borg-Warner 1345 t-case. Current transmission is a Borg-Warner 1301, better known as a T18. It needs repairs but I'd rather invest my money in getting a 5th gear. I see that the 5 speed was an option for that year but not sure if all will ... Read More

Ford F-Series Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [scubarash]

  Written by: mike9408 on Apr 16, 2008 5:55:53 PM

  I would suggest checking the fuel pressure regulator on the engine. It sounds to me like your regulator is returning most of the fuel to the tank, thus taking longer to shut off, especially since you are having the same problem with both tanks. Mike

Ford F-150 Owners

• Re: 1990 F-150 Lareat w/302 overheating [robertplattbel]

  Written by: old100 on Jan 3, 2008 10:22:28 PM

  HI 1995 302, CHECK THE TIMING. the harmonic balancer is the sheeve for making everything turn. It has a rubber insert, this insert will slip and change timing. Late timing, more gas, more heat, less power. More heat is the first noted problem. Cats for 95 302 non ford about 300 total (HOUSTON). Replace head gaskets 302 MUSTANG, $3000. Valve covers 302 F150' $1500. Where do I get head gaskets fot ... Read More

Ford F-Series Transmission Problems

• 1990 Ford F150 banging out under load

  Written by: sbsocia on Dec 29, 2007 1:16:42 PM

  I have a 1990 ford f 150 that starts to miss or bang out going up a hill in second gear. It smooths out when it shifts to third gear. I've replaced the coil and a bad coil wire with no luck. What else do i need to look at? Thanx.

Ford F-Series Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• gas tank help

  Written by: junkman5 on Nov 3, 2007 3:14:19 PM

  I bought a Ford F150 (1990)used. The back gas tank is no good. I want to remove it anyway, but when I do I can't get the lines run so there's no leak. Is there any way to do this with plastic lines without replacing the whole gas line system?

Ford F-150 Owners

• Re: 1990 F-150 Lareat w/302 overheating [brucebennett]

  Written by: robertplattbel on Jun 5, 2007 3:31:49 PM

  I have a 1995 Ford F150 Supercab XLT Lariat 4x4. It has 125,000 miles and is in perfect shape, no rust and runs like new. I've owned it since new. It is like factory fresh, except... I recently replaced the water pump, thermostat, hoses, serpenntine belt and idler, fan clutch and radiator, as well as the temp sender and gauge (earlier). The truck started overheating under load. The temp would rise ... Read More

Ford F-Series Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [stan58]

  Written by: steve1dogg on May 19, 2007 5:43:25 AM

  My 91 F150 has a pump in each tank, but none on the side rail. steve

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [0patience]

  Written by: stan58 on May 19, 2007 5:20:47 AM

  just for info: the 90 f150 has feul pumps in tanks. the 87,88 & 89 have low pressure pumps in tanks and a high pressure pump on the side rail. might come in handy.stan58

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [stan58]

  Written by: 0patience on May 12, 2007 2:01:20 PM

  Steve is correct. Gas engines have one pump. In the fuel tank.

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [stan58]

  Written by: steve1dogg on May 5, 2007 5:31:42 AM

  My 91 Ford F150 has a 4.9 inline six and only has one fuel pump inside the gas tank. Sorry. steve

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [scubarash]

  Written by: stan58 on May 4, 2007 7:37:05 PM

  I can't find a high pressure pump on my 1990 302. can you help? stan58

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [hotrod_7292]

  Written by: steve1dogg on Jan 13, 2007 8:34:36 AM

  Yes, I did. It was the EEC. I'd read many times that the problem is hardly ever in the engine control computer, so I kept looking elsewhere. I finally got to the point that it could possibly be the computer. I took the computer out, opened the covers and found some burnt and disconnected leads on 2 of the components -- two capacitors actually. I bought another box from O'Reilly's, plugged ... Read More

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [steve1dogg]

  Written by: hotrod_7292 on Jan 12, 2007 7:48:35 PM

  I am having the same problem with my 1992. Did you get it figured out?

Ford F-Series Accessories and Modifications

• Ford Transmission

  Written by: routemanron on Dec 26, 2006 12:06:04 PM

  I have a 1997 F150 4x4 4.6. the auto transmission no good and I have a 1991 F150 4X4 300 6cyl and a 1990 F150 4X4 5.0 V8 Both have standard shift. Is there any way to put the standard shift in the 1997.

Ford F-Series Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• Re: 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay [scubarash]

  Written by: steve1dogg on Nov 3, 2006 3:48:58 PM

  I am having the same trouble with my 1991 6 cyl. I have changed the fuel filter and the fuel pressure regulator -- no help. I'm beginning to think it is electrical. Have you discovered the cause yet on yor 1990?

Older Ford F-Series (20+ years) Questions

• Re: Ford F150 Fuel Problem please help [car50n]

  Written by: scubarash on Jul 14, 2006 7:03:51 PM

  i am having a similair problem with my 1990 ford f-150. Do your pumps run and run and run for a long time too, and if so will the truck not start until the pump stops. I have replaced everything from the pumps to the filter to the fuel pump relays to the fuel pressure regulator. I can't seem to fix my problem.

Ford F-Series Fuel Pump/Fuel System

• 1990 Ford f150 fuel pump relay

  Written by: scubarash on Jul 13, 2006 5:46:15 PM

  I have a 1990 ford f150 6cyl in which i have changed the fuel filter, both fuel pumps(have duel tanks), and i am still having a fuel pumping problem. The pumps pump for a long time before shutting off. The truck will not start until they shut off. Have checked the fuel lines fuel is pumping throught the fuel filter and also into the injectors and fuel is also returning back ... Read More

2008 Ford Super Duty

• What is Ford THINKING!?! 2007 Superduty

  Written by: fordguy300 on May 9, 2006 6:35:23 PM

  Check out the 2007 Ford F-250 and F-350 Superduty. What is going on inside of Ford? The headlights are ( straight shout out from a Ford truck enthusiast and superduty owner ), UGLY! The rear end is like an F-150 with the Ford oval in the middle. The tail lights have been turned so the reverse light is on top. That is something a Japanese car company would do. Where does ... Read More

Ford F-Series: Problems & Solutions

• Re: 2005 Ford F150 Vibration Problems [edwardsville]

  Written by: correyw on Apr 24, 2006 3:30:01 PM

  I dont know what state you are from but Im in Iowa and Iowa's law states you have to give them 10 days to respond and 1 attempt to repair the vehicle. First you have to mail out a certified/registered notice to Ford which went out Friday (so should have it today). If they fail on either part of that then you do not have to give them any second chances ... Read More

Ford F-150 Owners

• start and run problem

  Written by: charliechan on Jul 18, 2005 11:45:02 AM

  here is my problem: I have a 1990 -f-150 extended cab 5.0 liter v-8 dual tanks. when i start the truck and drive for 30 to 45 minutes it just quits when it quits if i attempt to restart the starter drags as if the battery is low on charge, which is not the case. and will not restart for a period of time (usually 30 to 45 minutes). then it ... Read More

Ford F-Series: Problems & Solutions

• Re: Not buying a ford [diablo_dude]

  Written by: sharkmon on Jun 26, 2005 10:22:02 AM

  In agreeance with diablo_dude. I've been looking for a good crew cab truck in the Seattle area for about a year. I keep looking back at the 2005 F-150 crew cab 4x4, but I keep reading reviews in various online sites that the F-150 reliability is marginal at best - almost downright crappy. I hear more and more about vibration and the overabundance of anger and time spent on existing owners ... Read More

• Re:Mac24 & Wijoco

  Written by: jrc346 on Nov 16, 2004 4:48:39 PM

  "That's the problem.............. I don't want to spend $30k+ for a truck that just about manages to pull itself up to 'average'!" Understood:) I don't blame you, though if you are looking for a truck, the only option you have above average is the Tundra, next most reliable after that is the 2WD F-150. I wish there was some way I could post that stuff from CR here, but that isn't ... Read More

• Re: Mac24

  Written by: jrc346 on Nov 16, 2004 9:29:34 AM

  "What I'd like to see is more detailed information on how the inevitable problems and defects are dealt with." I agree, but they (CR) would need a whole other magazine to describe just a fraction of how that works. The thought is very cool however. A major flaw that I am not sure about how Consumer Reports deals with, is perception of problems and of brand loyalty and brand imaging. What ... Read More

2004 Ford F-150

• Side Curtain Air Bags not available on 2004 F-150

  Written by: s852 on Nov 19, 2003 10:46:37 PM

  I had a 2004 4WD F-150 crew cab for a day. It drove very well except the ride was a little bouncy in the back seat of the crew cab and sometimes the ride was jittery even in front on less than glass smooth freeways. It was quiet enough for a truck and had a tight turning circle for such a large vehicle. The standard stereo was OK except in the ... Read More

Ford F-Series Owners - Meet the Members

• life long ford man

  Written by: mrsmisha on Nov 13, 2002 5:39:12 PM

  I've been raised on ford trucks. Dad had a 1976 supercab F150 that died with over 400,000 miles on the original engine, and he worked that truck til it needed 2x4s to hold the engine up. now owns a 1986 F250 regular cab w/351W and C6 trans. Been rolled twice (physically that is) and is still going. I myself owned a 1990 F250 supercab XLT Lariot that I traded in with ... Read More

give your opinion why ford F series trucks are the #1 vehicle sold in the world.

• My experience

  Written by: midnight_stang on Mar 19, 2002 6:52:15 AM

  Ford trucks are the number one selling truck for 25 years, isn't it? That is going back a few years. I know some people don't care about sales volume, stating it has nothing to do with how great a vehicle is. These people tend to drive vehicles that aren't #1. Let us not forget that you should not buy a vehicle because it is the best selling. You should buy the ... Read More