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Explorer

Jun 18, 2020

2000 Bounder Electrical Problem

Hi all. Just returned from a 1500 mile trip to Florida. My Fleetwood Bounder with the V10 engine started to turn off abruptly whenever I hit a bump in the roadway. Sometimes it would restart on its own and other times I had to shift into neutral while rolling along at 55 mph and restart it with the key.
It started every time but it was more than nerve wracking.
I checked all battery connections, cleaned, tightened and even ran another ground wire to the engine block.
I then replaced the ignition switch in the steering column.
The problem persists.
Any experience with this problem or any tips on where to look next would be appreciated.
Thanks.

Class A

13 Replies

midnightsadie
Explorer II
Jun 18, 2020
take the ground wire OFF the frame clean to bare metal and reinstall. ground problems are the cause off 99% of electrical troubles.
jdc1
Explorer II
Jun 18, 2020
Since you DON'T need a battery to keep a vehicle running (the alternator will do that), it has to be an ignition problem. When I say "ignition" I don't mean the starter or key section. Look at how an older vehicle operates. The coil and distributor provide the electricity to the plugs (in your case, coils). I'm far from being an automotive guru, but, I would think your problem lies in the ignition distribution......maybe even a computer connection.
enblethen
Nomad
Jun 18, 2020
It takes battery power to run. My guess would be to start at the chassis battery disconnect for loose connections.