1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria

1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria

The 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria is a full-size sedan that was available with a choice of two engines and two transmissions. The base engine was a 4.6-liter V8 that produced 190 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. The optional engine was a 5.0-liter V8 that produced 225 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were mated to either a four-speed automatic transmission or a five-speed manual transmission.

Owners of the 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria have reported a number of problems with their vehicles. These problems include:

Engine

• 4.6-liter V8
  • Intake manifold gasket failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold gasket can fail, causing an engine coolant leak. This can lead to overheating and engine damage.
    • Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
• 5.0-liter V8
  • Head gasket failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The head gasket can fail, causing an engine coolant leak. This can lead to overheating and engine damage.
    • Solution: Replace the head gasket.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Four-speed automatic transmission
  • Slipping transmission
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission may slip, causing poor acceleration and fuel economy.
    • Solution: Rebuild or replace the transmission.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000
    • Recalls: None Found
• Five-speed manual transmission
  • Grinding gears
    • Description/Symptoms: The transmission may grind gears when shifting.
    • Solution: Replace the clutch and/or transmission gears.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front suspension
  • Worn ball joints
    • Description/Symptoms: The ball joints can wear out, causing the front end of the vehicle to shake and wander.
    • Solution: Replace the ball joints.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
    • Recalls: None Found
• Rear suspension
  • Worn shock absorbers
    • Description/Symptoms: The shock absorbers can wear out, causing the rear end of the vehicle to bounce and sag.
    • Solution: Replace the shock absorbers.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600
    • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The alternator can fail, causing the vehicle to lose power.
  • Solution: Replace the alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Starter failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The starter can fail, causing the vehicle to not start.
  • Solution: Replace the starter.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust
  • Description/Symptoms: The body of the vehicle can rust, causing unsightly blemishes and structural damage.
  • Solution: Repair or replace the rusted body panels.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the severity of the rust
  • Recalls: None Found
• Door lock problems
  • Description/Symptoms: The door locks may not work properly, making it difficult to enter or exit the vehicle.
  • Solution: Replace the door lock actuators.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate control problems
  • Description/Symptoms: The climate control system may not work properly, making it difficult to heat or cool the vehicle’s interior.
  • Solution: Repair or replace the climate control system components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the severity of the problem
  • Recalls: None Found
• Window regulator failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The window regulators can fail, causing the windows to become stuck in the up or down position.
  • Solution: Replace the window regulators.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

Overall Assessment

The 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria is a reliable vehicle, but it is not without its problems. The most common problems reported by owners include engine gasket failures, transmission problems, and electrical issues. While these problems can be expensive to fix, they are not typically serious and can be avoided with regular maintenance.