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Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-19-2021, 11:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,622
Posted By tomw0
Re: Why did head gasket blow?

Overheat repetitively, engine heat cycles, corrosion, lack of maintenance of the coolant and resultant 'hot spots', collapsed hboses, clogged hoses or coolant passages, and sludge of the normal sort...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-19-2021, 11:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,707
Posted By tomw0
Re: O/D light steady blinking + CE light

I for one will not be looking up all those numbers to decipher which may apply.

Are they all 'ACTIVE' or some "HISTORICAL"? Do any apply to the transmission?
You don't have a lot of miles for...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-19-2021, 11:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,909
Posted By tomw0
Re: Very picky & preferential stumble

Given the ignition system has been re-vamped with new parts and no change, I would look to fuel. First thing to consider with a stumble is the MAF. If it gets schmutz on the wire(s), it will give...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-28-2021, 07:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,998
Posted By tomw0
Re: 95 Ranger 200k miles bad head gasket?

The Lima 2.3 is noted for its longevity. Many run over 300k without having the engine disturbed beyond oil changes and regular maintenance(plugs, wires, filters).
If you have not taken the engine...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-12-2021, 09:14 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 25,083
Posted By tomw0
Re: Engine/motor mount 2.5L (what is ford thinking?)

Quote:"While installing them, the driver side (of course) snapped off while I was trying to torque it to the spec in the haynes manual (71 ft-lbs)"

Send it back to Rock. Defective.

Dunno on...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-19-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,818
Posted By tomw0
Re: 01 2.3-16v cooling question

The coolant that is lost daily is going somewhere. If it is not reaching the ground when parked, it is possible you have gaskets leaking internal to the engine, such as a head gasket. That will...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-20-2020, 08:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,548
Posted By tomw0
Re: large coolant leak rear of engine

You can try a process of elimination. Roll up a paper towel and sort of wrap it around the back side of the cam cover. Slide it down to where it sits on the edge of the cover.
Check it for being...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-03-2020, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,898
Posted By tomw0
Re: Leaky fuel rail 2010 2.3

Yes, a cat fed a lot of raw fuel can turn cherry red. That is not good for the converter.
I would take the fuel rail off, and pull the injectors. You could narrow down which cylinder by...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-02-2020, 07:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,192
Posted By tomw0
Re: 2010 2.3L Oil Filter

dv, check the quote in your sig. As I understand, it was mis-attributed. I did my time in the USN, long ago and far away and took no insult as the source for the comment was definitely biased and...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-02-2020, 07:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,036
Posted By tomw0
Re: Rear Differential

If you are filled to the level of the plug, you should be good. Most fill volumes are approximate, and my be a 'bone dry' fill from being assembled.
I would check one more time after driving for a...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-02-2020, 06:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,898
Posted By tomw0
Re: Leaky fuel rail 2010 2.3

I would likely get a used fuel rail. There is not a lot of demand for them, so it should be reasonable at a pic-your-part or a boneyard. If you cannot find one, cutting off the damaged...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-02-2020, 06:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,863
Posted By tomw0
Re: air intake piece snapped off!

From the picture it appears that the IAC and the air tube fitting are connected to the air cleaner housing.
I would look at a boneyard for a used fitting, and a housing.
If you don't want to or...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-02-2020, 06:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,548
Posted By tomw0
Re: large coolant leak rear of engine

Assuming it has the Lima 4 banger, there is a coolant hose that travels from the passenger side around the back of the cylinder head and connects on the drivers side on some versions. It is...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-20-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,023
Posted By tomw0
Re: 1995 Ranger 2.3 hesitation, exhaust overheat until warmed up

My first take would have been plug wires. Did you test for continuity? They should have somewhere near 20k ohms per foot, but not infinite. I expect you have checked the coolant level in the...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-15-2020, 09:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,208
Posted By tomw0
Re: Rough idle/shake/Stall

What is your fuel pressure? Do you have any problem doing a long hill climb?
The MAF is involved whenever the throttle plate opens up. It senses the airflow increase before anything else, and...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-07-2020, 09:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,897
Posted By tomw0
Re: Open loop

Should be in open loop until the engine is run long enough to get the O2 sensors to work. I looked at the other post, at ECT, 185 is a fully warmed engine. Might be better to get the numbers when...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-04-2020, 11:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,619
Posted By tomw0
Re: 2.3 idles but dies when gas is pressed

Maybe check the TPS... throttle position sensor. If it is broke, the throttle plate can open but the computer not know, and thus not add fuel.
tom
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-02-2020, 05:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,619
Posted By tomw0
Re: 2.3 idles but dies when gas is pressed

Before doing the fuel filter, check fuel pressure and delivery volume. You can 'rent' a gauge from multiple auto parts stores, then return it unbroken if desired.
Power the pump, and divert fuel...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-01-2020, 07:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,619
Posted By tomw0
Re: 2.3 idles but dies when gas is pressed

I would check the MAF. When they get a bit of 'stuff' on the elements, they send incorrect information to the computer, resulting in incorrect fuel injection. It seems just a tiny speck of 'stuff'...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-26-2020, 10:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,106
Posted By tomw0
Re: '03 B2300 runs rough, Check Engine light, then won't start

QUOTE:As stated, I can hear the relay/solenoid clicking when I attempt to start.

If you are hearing the relay clicking... and it is almost a 'buzz', or a 'stutter', then the relay in most cases...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-22-2020, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,106
Posted By tomw0
Re: '03 B2300 runs rough, Check Engine light, then won't start

Check the battery connections as the 'no-start' & 'no-crank' were immediately after fiddling with same... Look inside the connector for surface corrosion, corrosion on the battery post, and same on...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-15-2020, 07:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,642
Posted By tomw0
Re: Bell housing bolts 2.3 duratec

Do NOT get under there with things held up on a concrete block. They can decide 'it is time' for them to turn to crumble. You do not want to be there if/when that happens.
Concrete of 'cinder'...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-15-2020, 07:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,580
Posted By tomw0
Re: Rough idle

You did not have a misfire code BEFORE doing the basics of a tune-up, and now you have misfire. That to me indicates something wrong with the parts or something wrong with the installation. ...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-12-2020, 06:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,642
Posted By tomw0
Re: Bell housing bolts 2.3 duratec

Put the transmission in neutral, and rotate the pulley on the nose of the crankshaft.

If you have difficulty removing the bolts holding the driveshaft to the differential pinion gear shaft, I have...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-12-2020, 06:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,580
Posted By tomw0
Re: Rough idle

Clean the IAC, check the ECT and ACT temperature sensors, and make sure there are no vacuum leaks or deteriorating hoses connected to the manifold and that they are tight. If the Air temperature is...
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