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    No start

    You don't mention if you also replaced the crankshaft position sensor. The CKP sensor is the one that will prevent the car from starting. -Rod
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    97 SHO window issues

    Was it not holding a load because the circuit breaker tripped (suggesting an excessive load)? Or was it a situation where you unplugged the power at the motor, measured for the reversing polarity with no load (and it was there). Have you tried running power directly to the motor with a fused...
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    Sputtering when acceleration

    There's a lot of plumbing to and from the turbo that could have a loose connection causing a boost leak. That would be the place to look for a boost leak first. If you have access to a smoke machine it can help locate such boost leaks from hose clamps, etc. -Rod
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    Sputtering when acceleration

    In addition to checking for a boost as mentioned above, if you have a scan tool with datastream mode or Forscan, monitor for misfire counts while the sputtering is happening. Checking the Long term fuel trim (LTFT) in the diagnostic tool may also provide some idea on where to look as well. -Rod
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    Passenger puddle lamp not working even with new light

    Have you checked for voltage to the bulb when the light should be on? You may want to use a test light with a standard bulb to provide some load on the circuit. If the test light lights, then your original bulb was probably bad and your replacement LED may be polarity-sensitive. Try swapping...
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    Smart Key Access Remote Replacement

    Realistically the same could apply to the Generic Electronic Module and the keyless entry keypad code. Over the years it could be replaced and no longer match the original code.
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    Smart Key Access Remote Replacement

    According to the first paragraph on the site provided, "This product will allow registered automotive security professionals to request the Key Code for the mechanical cut on a Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicle built in the United States for model years 1997-present based up Vehicle...
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    1993 ATX Climate contril unit does not power on

    Or install a 30 amp fuse and look for the source of the smoke. I'm [mostly] totally kidding. Another trick is to put an old school test light in series with the circuit and disconnecting things until the light glows more dimly. This might require making jumper leads with spade terminals to...
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    Severe bucking/jerking when accelerating in a turn

    That's a really valid point. Years ago I had a Lincoln LS with VAPS and several miles after having the valve body replaced in the transmission under warranty, I had a very strange feeling on turns, and I think that was only on right hand turns. The issue ended up being that the VAPS connector...
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    Severe bucking/jerking when accelerating in a turn

    I'm not sure how the steering geometry on the SHO deals with Ackermann angle, but it's possible that an outer CV joint might be stressed more in one steering direction than the other. But, that would only come into play on a pretty sharp turn. Not to cast stones, but misfires wouldn't be...
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    Severe bucking/jerking when accelerating in a turn

    If the dealership has a ChassisEar or similar, they should be able to at least narrow down the proximity of the noise pretty quickly. -Rod
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    Severe bucking/jerking when accelerating in a turn

    Is it always a turn in the same direction, or will it happen in both left and right turns? If only on left hand turns, I'd suspect an outer CV joint. If it's both directions, and since you mention on hard acceleration, I'd suggest checking / servicing the fluid in your rear differential unit...
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    Won't turn over

    In any sort of humid environment they are about guaranteed to corrode and grow powder, sometimes off-white, sometimes with a green tint. Any time someone asks me about a no-start or weak start condition, these temporary terminals are one of the first things I check for. I'm glad I'm not the...
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    Won't turn over

    If the internal resistance of one or more cells is high, the battery may still measure decent voltage but under load the battery will be unable to support the current draw. -Rod
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    Reverse lights , turn signals , window motors , climate control unit not workinh

    You might want to try pulling fuses one at a time until the clicking stops, then see if the dash lights stop glowing too. Checking a particular circuit for power and ground locations will be quite a bit easier than trying to locate all the grounds in the engine bay, etc. -Rod
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