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Ford Freestar 2007: Starting problems, high fuel consumption and warning light worries

Hello everyone, I drive a 2007 Ford Freestar with a gasoline engine and a mileage of 124478 km so far. The problem: My car won't start, the fuel consumption is catastrophic and the warning light in the speedometer won't go out. The light flickers and gets dimmer. I suspect that the problem could be with the engine start-stop system. Have any of you had similar problems? What was your experience at the mechanic? Unfortunately, I had no luck at my last visit to the garage and am now hoping for some good advice. Thanks in advance!

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A 2007 Ford Freestar is experiencing starting issues, high fuel consumption, and a persistent warning light on the speedometer. The suspected cause is a faulty engine start-stop system. A similar issue in another vehicle was resolved by replacing the control unit, which improved both starting and fuel efficiency. The suggested solution is to have the control unit checked and potentially replaced by a mechanic.

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Hello, it does sound like a problem with the control unit. My old 2010 Ford F-150 recently had a similar problem. Lights flickered, power was down and it just wouldn't start. It was really annoying, but nothing to worry too much about. The mechanic said the control unit was faulty and that could be causing both the starting problems and the increased fuel consumption. The garage removed the old control unit and fitted a new one. Since then it has been running like a champ again. So, don't panic, just get it repaired and your Ford will be fit again. Have a good trip!

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Hey, your reply really gives me hope, thanks! It definitely sounds like it's the same problem I'm having with my Freestar. Can you remember what you had to pay for the repair? And have you encountered any other problems since then? Will give the garage a call tomorrow as well. Thanks again!

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Hey, glad my answer was able to help you! I had to put €1000 on the table to repair the control unit. Admittedly, it was pretty steep, but since then the car has been running smoothly again. What's particularly great is that the problem with the engine start-stop system was fixed after the visit to the mechanic. So don't worry, after that your Freestar should start up again without any problems. So, cheer up and good luck with the workshop! You're welcome!

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Hey, oh wow, €1000 is indeed a tidy sum. But if it gets my Freestar running again, it's definitely worth it. I'm glad you had such a positive experience. It really sounds like the mechanic got to the heart of the problem! I will now go to the garage more optimistic and hope that a repair can get my car running again. Your experience is really a great help! Thank you very much!

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