2016 Ford Ranger (PX2) — Repair Solution

3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel · White Smoke On Start-up · Engine

Ford Ranger (PX2) White Smoke On Start-up Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PX2)
Year: 2016
Engine: 3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
Kilometres: 91,773
Area: Engine
Category: White Smoke On Start-up

Customer Complaint

Cold start, white smoke and rough running for a good 5 to 10 seconds. Seems to be using a lot more fuel than it used to. Confirmed with the customer they had been checking fluid levels and have not had to top up any.

Problem Summary

Full vehicle scan - Retrieved engine fault codes:
P0671-00 | Cylinder 1 Glow Plug Circuit - Pending DTC.
P0672-00 | Cylinder 2 Glow Plug Circuit - Pending DTC.
P0673-00 | Cylinder 3 Glow Plug Circuit - Pending DTC.
P0674-00 | Cylinder 4 Glow Plug Circuit - Pending DTC.
P0675-00 | Cylinder 5 Glow Plug Circuit - Pending DTC.
P02A1-00 | Cylinder 2 Balance - Injector Leaking - Not Current DTC

Note, there were no warning lights on the dash, and the customer does not recall getting any lights.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPX16185
Vehicle2016 Ford Ranger (PX2)
Engine3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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