2008 Ford Ranger (PJ) — Repair Solution

3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel · In Limp Mode · Engine

Ford Ranger (PJ) In Limp Mode Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PJ)
Year: 2008
Engine: 3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel
Kilometres: 111,969
Area: Engine
Category: In Limp Mode

Customer Complaint

Limp mode, MIL on, Idle raised at 1200rpm.
Second time this had happened this month.

Problem Summary

Vehicle towed in, on first start found no symptoms and no MIL.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPJ08153
Vehicle2008 Ford Ranger (PJ)
Engine3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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