2010 Ford Ranger (PK) — Repair Solution

3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel · Hard Starting Problems · Engine

Ford Ranger (PK) Hard Starting Problems Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PK)
Year: 2010
Engine: 3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel
Area: Engine
Category: Hard Starting Problems

Customer Complaint

Cranks but won't fire up and was progressively getting worse. Another workshop had replaced the CKP (crankshaft position) with nil result.

Problem Summary

Cranks and would not fire up, even with another fully charged battery.

Interestingly, aerostart could start it and it would run until turned off.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPK101230
Vehicle2010 Ford Ranger (PK)
Engine3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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