2012 Ford Ranger (PX2) — Repair Solution

3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Gear Changing - Auto · Transmission & Clutch

Ford Ranger (PX2) Gear Changing - Auto Transmission & Clutch Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PX2)
Year: 2012
Engine: 3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 147,687
Area: Transmission & Clutch
Category: Gear Changing - Auto

Customer Complaint

A loud rattle in the engine when in gear. the engine has a lurching feeling when going into gear.

Problem Summary

There is a loud fuel injector rattle noise coming from the engine when the transmission is in gear, and the desired and actual fuel rail pressure values are off the charts at idle, with no load. Transmission is thumping into gear and gives a lurching feeling while in gear and stationary.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPX1230261
Vehicle2012 Ford Ranger (PX2)
Engine3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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