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General Ford Ranger Discussion
08-14-2018, 08:20 PM
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2019 ranger pricing finalized info inside.p
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riscorpian
Re: 2019 ranger pricing finalized info inside.p
I am very disappoint. The pricing is more-or-less what I expected, but the options here leave a lot to be desired. No regular cab option? And it seems the minimum wheel size is 16" now? I was looking...
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Exhaust and Mufflers
07-07-2016, 10:41 AM
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what is a good cat back exhaust system for my 2.3l?
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2,037
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riscorpian
Re: what is a good cat back exhaust system for my 2.3l?
I've got the Gibson split-rear dual exhaust on mine. Had to fight to get it to fit since I have a regular cab, but the end result was absolutely worth it. Still impressed at how good it sounds.
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4-Cylinder Tech
06-09-2016, 09:27 AM
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2.3l dohv cam question
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1,366
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riscorpian
Re: 2.3l dohv cam question
I'm starting to suspect you might just have a minor exhaust leak. At one point on mine, I didn't have the catalytic converter assembly properly connected to the exhaust manifold. It looked OK and...
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4-Cylinder Tech
06-06-2016, 10:09 AM
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2.3l dohv cam question
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1,366
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riscorpian
Re: 2.3l dohv cam question
Ordinarily, yes. However, this engine is actually infamous for valvetrain noises. It's probably the #1 complaint about it. I've heard that several dealerships turn people away for it just because...
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4-Cylinder Tech
06-05-2016, 09:38 PM
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2.3l dohv cam question
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1,366
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riscorpian
Re: 2.3l dohv cam question
The tappets themselves are sized differently for the application. You need to do a clearance check between the tappet and back of the lobe, compare it to spec (I forget what it is), and then find an...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-20-2016, 03:07 PM
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2010 2.3 random high idle.
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1,853
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riscorpian
Re: 2010 2.3 random high idle.
Yes, those. Although I'm pretty sure they're nylon, not plastic.
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-17-2016, 07:40 PM
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2010 2.3 random high idle.
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riscorpian
Re: 2010 2.3 random high idle.
Yes, that's the intake manifold. The big hose is probably running straight to the brake booster (big cylinder thing at the top of the firewall that has the master cylinder sticking out of it). The...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-15-2016, 09:26 PM
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2010 2.3 random high idle.
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riscorpian
Re: 2010 2.3 random high idle.
Vacuum leaks are a pain because of exactly the reason you described. Most techs/mechanics/pros/people-with-way-too-much-money-for-their-own-good use smoke machines to find them. Pump the system full...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-12-2016, 11:12 AM
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Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
In my case, I just happened to have a load resistor from a set of LED turn signals I'd purchased a while back. Since I did the actual proper hyperflash fix of installing an electronic flasher relay,...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-08-2016, 08:28 AM
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Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
My understanding here is that the engine is so efficient that it can't heat itself up fast enough unless that thermostat is sealed shut. But since a mechanical thermostat doesn't open immediately,...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-07-2016, 10:11 PM
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61
Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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21,241
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
I have no power door locks either. Or power windows. Or power mirrors (that one REALLY annoys me though, so I might mod that). The GEM seems to really live up to the GENERIC part of its name, so it's...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-07-2016, 09:52 PM
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2010 2.3 random high idle.
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riscorpian
Re: 2010 2.3 random high idle.
While the engine is running, unplug the IAC valve. If it immediately stalls out or the idle drops to a dangerously low RPM, the valve is fine. Don't bother with it. Your problem lies elsewhere, and...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-07-2016, 06:05 PM
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2010 2.3 random high idle.
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1,853
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riscorpian
Re: 2010 2.3 random high idle.
Just follow all of the hoses coming from the intake manifold. One of them is bound to have rotted away. But a likely culprit would be the smaller line going to the purge valve near the battery. I...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-07-2016, 09:55 AM
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Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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21,241
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
Those diagrams really do mirror another one of my bigger annoyances with this engine: why the hell is the coolant tank on the passenger side of the engine bay? It would've been far easier to design...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-06-2016, 01:52 PM
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61
Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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21,241
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
This motor was designed specifically for use in smaller cars. That's all there is to it. Ford's adaptation to the light truck simply relied on doing everything possible to maximize low-end power (the...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-06-2016, 12:26 PM
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61
Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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21,241
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
I'm starting to think the P0500 in the GEM is just a glitch. Yes, my speed & odometer are both fine. In fact, I abused the hell out of my cruise control the other day, and it worked flawlessly. If...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-04-2016, 11:03 AM
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2.3L (05) Small Issues
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3,364
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riscorpian
Re: 2.3L (05) Small Issues
Yes, the '05 is a 2.3L Mazda L "Duratec" NS engine with DOHC. It was introduced in 2001, but the design evolved significantly over the years. For example, my '03 is technically the same engine, but...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-03-2016, 04:39 PM
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Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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21,241
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
No, the automatic's sensors are all located on the transmission case itself. This one is the differential speed sensor, which is supposed to be the ABS sensor for the rear wheels. It's pretty easy to...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-03-2016, 03:51 PM
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61
Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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21,241
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
Just discovered something new and interesting. First off, I fixed the fuel leak. It was just the engine-side quick connect on the fuel filter. The retaining clip was stuck, so it wasn't springing...
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4-Cylinder Tech
05-02-2016, 07:32 PM
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61
Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
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21,241
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riscorpian
Re: Duratec cooling mods -- Need to clear CEL
Oh dear. My little thread has gotten quite busy lately, hasn't it?
Sadly, I haven't done too much experimentation with this. Just keeping an eye on general performance and stuff. I will state with...
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4-Cylinder Tech
04-29-2016, 02:05 PM
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11
2.3L (05) Small Issues
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3,364
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riscorpian
Re: 2.3L (05) Small Issues
The oil light/gauge is not showing an issue with the oil level. It's reading the oil pressure. Just because you're low on oil doesn't mean you don't have adequate pressure. Of course, it's just the...
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4-Cylinder Tech
03-01-2016, 12:34 AM
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3
Ticking sound
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998
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riscorpian
Re: Ticking sound
Intake manifold runner valves. '01–'03 4cyl Rangers are notorious for that noise. Basically, the plastic bushings that the runner valves rotate on have disintegrated. This makes them clack back and...
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4-Cylinder Tech
01-24-2016, 02:26 PM
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5
#2-cylinder miss fire
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1,069
Posted By
riscorpian
Re: #2-cylinder miss fire
Swap the two coil packs and see if that fixes it. Alternatively, swap spark plugs around to see if the problem follows the plug. You may even be able to move the wires if distance permits.
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4-Cylinder Tech
01-24-2016, 02:24 PM
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3
We need your help
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660
Posted By
riscorpian
Re: We need your help
Check the vacuum lines at the IMRC control. It's supposed to have one coming from the intake manifold, and another routing to the actuator behind the manifold. The valves are open by default, so a...
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4-Cylinder Tech
01-20-2016, 02:25 PM
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16
07 Ranger Slight Delay When Shifting From Reverse to Drive
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3,506
Posted By
riscorpian
Re: 07 Ranger Slight Delay When Shifting From Reverse to Drive
Aren't the servos themselves on the other side of the case? I thought the passenger side was the adjustment bolts/lock nuts for the bands. Although those are also possible leak points.
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