Originally posted by Tony2005:
Try a few more times on the code reader. I have on occassions made mistakes with the code reader and got "communicate with PCM" messages. 1) Loose connection and 2) Forgot to turn ignition to on . If you confirm those are not the problem, check Crankshaft Position sensor (CKP) and Camshaft Position sensor (CMP).

CKP and CMP locations for V6
http://www.contour.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=trouble&Number=738657&Forum=trouble&Words=p0340&Match=Entire%20Phrase&Searchpage=0&Limit=25&Old=allposts&Main=728603&Search=true#Post738657

Edit. Ignition Coil pack
http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBroker?ForwardPage=/az/cds/en_us/0900823d/80/1b/c4/02/0900823d801bc402.jsp

and of course, check wiring harness. The last CEGer who had no start issues and wiring problems had the issue being the TPS wiring.



That was me. I would suggest checking all the wiring for these various sensors as well.

If you end up needing a PCM let me know as I have a new remanufactured one I got stuck with from the Ford dealer. Installed once for a few minutes is all. I'm not sure if it would work for you, but it might. A Dealer could let you know. It's part number # WU72 12A650 SB

MUST SELL - ECM computer new for a 98 V6 mtx + pats Now trolling in a Red Nissan 4 x 4