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Forum: General Tech 07-15-2009, 01:51 PM
Replies: 4
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Posted By bwheeler
Yes, but how?

How do you clean out the catalytic converter?

Any pics or advice? Can it be replaced without welding/cutting etc.

Thank you!

Brandon
Forum: General Tech 07-14-2009, 07:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,828
Posted By bwheeler
Catalytic Converter / O2 Sensor bad - exhaust rattling at idle, power cut in/out???

Specs: 2001 Ford Ranger, 2.3L 4cyl, 92K miles, Manual

Problem: Sometimes at acceleration, but mostly once at speed - the engine will sort of 'kick in and out.' Sort of going from positive power...
Forum: General Tech 06-23-2009, 12:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,305
Posted By bwheeler
Houston . . . I think we have a problem - Fuel?

Dear Ford Ranger Forum,

Specs: 2001 Ranger (4cyl.)
Regular Cab, 2WD

Problem: Bubbly Idle (sometimes it shuts off). Works fine on the highway and at speed, however, it feels like the engine...
Forum: Electrical Tech 06-05-2009, 05:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,309
Posted By bwheeler
It looks cool (I mean the lights are very bright...

It looks cool (I mean the lights are very bright and blue) however, I think it could be illegal actually.

Although, I've already replaced the alternator with a more powerful version - just to...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-03-2009, 03:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 20,962
Posted By bwheeler
2001 2.3L 4cyl - Replacing the spark plugs?

Ladies/Gentleman,

Having trouble even locating the other 4 plugs that are mysteriously on the drivers side of the engine. Anyone have experience with replacing these (maybe a diagram of someone...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-03-2009, 06:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,660
Posted By bwheeler
I am having the same issue on my '01 2.3L. ...

I am having the same issue on my '01 2.3L. Although it sounds not quite as bad. Replaced the plugs and wires as well. Still, intermittently, one of the cylinders isn't firing (mainly at cruising...
Forum: Electrical Tech 06-03-2009, 05:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,309
Posted By bwheeler
I found the issue - the previous owner had the...

I found the issue - the previous owner had the ground attached to the power source for his HID lights. Blew the fuse once you turned it on (every time)!

Thank you for all the replies!
Forum: Electrical Tech 05-04-2009, 07:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,309
Posted By bwheeler
I think it might be either the headlight or...

I think it might be either the headlight or dimmer switch - anyone ever experienced a similar problem?

Really appreciate any comments here!

Thank you again.

Brandon
Forum: Electrical Tech 05-02-2009, 07:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,309
Posted By bwheeler
Question Instrument Cluster/Tail Lights/Fog Lights - NO Lights when Headlamps are on???

I have an '01 Edge (6cyl, 3.0L, Auto) - at night when you turn the headlamp switch on . . . entire cluster guages don't light up, fog lamps don't light up, and taillights aren't working (the...
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