2010 Ford Ranger (PJ) — Repair Solution

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

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

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PJ)
Year: 2010
Engine: 3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 234,845
Area: Engine
Category: In Limp Mode

Customer Complaint

The MIL light is illuminated, and the vehicle intermittently enters limp mode.

Problem Summary

The vehicle initially presented with the MIL light on and loss of power due to limp mode. The fault code P0660 – Intake Manifold Tuning Valve Solenoid, Bank 1 – Open Circuit was stored. The fault initially occurred roughly every 50 km but became more intermittent over time.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPJ10153
Vehicle2010 Ford Ranger (PJ)
Engine3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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