2008 Ford Ranger (PJ) Repair Solution

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford

Model: Ranger (PJ)

Year: 2008

Engine: 3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel

Kilometres: 338,983

Area: Engine

Category: Engine Surging

Customer Complaint

Surging, losing power, especially while accelerating. Rpm gauge erratic.
Seems to be worse with the headlights turned on.

Problem Summary

Quick code scan (no codes) visual inspection and initial testdrive with scantool while recording primary engine data: temperature, pressures, rpm, etc.

Unable to replicate complaint. Visual inspection discovered a split intake air hose, so a new hose was ordered and fitted.

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Quick Facts

Code	FORPJ08143
Vehicle	2008 Ford Ranger (PJ)
Engine	3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel
Complaint	Visible
Diag. Sequence	Members Only
Solution	Members Only

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2008 Ford Ranger (PJ) — Repair Solution

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