2003 Ford Falcon (BA) — Repair Solution

4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto · Loss Of Power · Engine

Ford Falcon (BA) Loss Of Power Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Falcon (BA)
Year: 2003
Engine: 4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto
Area: Engine
Category: Loss Of Power

Customer Complaint

Vehicle seemed to be in limp home mode.
There were strange gear change issues and on occasions the vehicle would not accelerate.

Vehicle came via another workshop who suspected a transmission issue.
This was an ongoing issue for about 6 months and had been getting worse.
One previous repair included replacement of the throttle body.

Problem Summary

Able to confirm the odd drivability issues on initial evaluation and harsh gear changes.
Also noticed the lack of power over 40km/h, and the occasional engine cut out / stall.

Note:
At the end it turned out this vehicle had three separate issues, which were systematically repaired.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORBA03128
Vehicle2003 Ford Falcon (BA)
Engine4.0L BARRA 182 6cyl 24v DOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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