Ford Repair: 2004 windstar quite driving, dash lights, dash board

Question
QUESTION: was driving, lights started flashing then the van stopped, will start up but wont go anywhere, i don't have much money please help

ANSWER: Betty,do you mean that you're van will not move when put in drive or reverse?What lights were flashing,were there any dash lights or headlights?

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QUESTION: yes will not move drive or reverse. all the dash board lights came on then nothing at all

Answer
If the car cranks up but will not move,then the problem is transmission related.You're response was still too vague for me to be able to give any further assistance.You're answers need to be in a time line.For example,when yo say all the dash lights came on the nothing at all.I have no idea what you mean.Do you mean the van won't start?Does the van go into gear but just won't move?Please try to be as thorough as possible in order for me to help you.