2009 Ford Ranger (PJ) — Repair Solution

3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual · Stalling / Engine Cut-out · Engine

Ford Ranger (PJ) Stalling / Engine Cut-out Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PJ)
Year: 2009
Engine: 3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual
Area: Engine
Category: Stalling / Engine Cut-out

Customer Complaint

Starts then stalls after around 10 seconds then is extremely hard to start.

The problem has been present for roughly 3 weeks.

Problem Summary

When the car is started cold and pointing uphill it will stall and becomes extremely difficult to start.

Once it does start and warms up a little its all OK.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPJ09120
Vehicle2009 Ford Ranger (PJ)
Engine3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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