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Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 09-28-2020, 02:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,018
Posted By CP30
Re: 97 ranger 2.3 5 speed clutch goes out at time when warm

If you could look through the viewing port under the trans drivers side right near the engine side (you should see a rubber pullout) and look up at the slave cylinder with a flash light maybe you can...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 08-16-2020, 11:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,879
Posted By CP30
Re: Air Conditioner works intermittently

It’s sound like it’s low on refrigerant. Could be your AC relay going bad in the fuse box under the hood also. My AC clutch was acting flakey recently and then just stopped working altogether so I...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 06-06-2020, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,762
Posted By CP30
Clutch Friction Disk Question - Non-self Adjusting or Self Adjusting

Ranger Clone - 2003 Mazda B2300 125,000k 2.3L

Bought the truck off Craigslist with a messed up slave cylinder about 6 months ago. I bought a clutch kit which included everything: Master cylinder,...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-09-2020, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,161
Posted By CP30
Thermostat w/electronic control sucks - acts like it's always stuck open

2003 Mazda B2300/Ranger clone - 125,000K 2.3L

I own a 2003 Ranger 2.3L and the 2003 Mazda 2.3L. The Ranger warms up fairly quickly and when at optimum temperature, exactly half way on the temp...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-16-2020, 01:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,214
Posted By CP30
Re: Can I install 2.5 motor mounts without engine hoist?

397,000 miles aye? And I thought I was goin over the top with 337,000 miles on my 2003 Ranger. These engines just won’t quit.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-09-2019, 02:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,522
Posted By CP30
Re: Flywheel bolts

Dealer, Fastenal, ebay, or last resort.. junkyard. If you’re lucky enough to find your vehicle with the trans already removed. Since you’re messing with your flywheel then you already got the...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-07-2019, 10:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,176
Posted By CP30
Re: Rear Crank Seal Replacement

That heater hose you’re talking about busted on my Ranger about a year ago. I was able to get to it by removing the plastic fender well and using long handled needle nose pliers to grab and squeeze...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-04-2019, 10:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,176
Posted By CP30
Re: Rear Crank Seal Replacement

Well, I’m pretty sure you gotta pull the engine to get the oil pan off from what I’ve read. I’m not up for doing that so it looks like i’ll be keeping a quart of oil or two behind the seat at all...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 11-03-2019, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,176
Posted By CP30
Rear Crank Seal Replacement

My 2003 Ford Ranger 2.3L is pushing like 330,000 miles. Not to sure how much longer she's gonna hold out. So I found a 2003 Mazda B2300 on Craigslist with only 125K miles on it for $1300 as a...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 09-26-2019, 07:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,521
Posted By CP30
Re: Fuel system power loss?

Good to know. I’ll remember that in the future if I get a similar issue
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 09-18-2019, 10:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,774
Posted By CP30
2003 Ford Ranger - Hard To Get Into Gear - Cluch Pedal Very Loose & Sloppy

2003 Ford Ranger 2.3L - 323,000 miles

Symptoms:

1. Hard to get into gear. Mostly 1st and Reverse is the hardest

2. The clutch pedal is very loose and sloppy. The brake pedal is a bit sloppy...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-10-2019, 06:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,582
Posted By CP30
Re: 2003 Ford Ranger Fuel Pump Connector Diagram

Yeah. Here's the Motocraft Ford connector PDF (https://www.motorcraft.com/content/dam/ford-motorcraft/en_us/motorcraft_global/products/wire_sets_wiring/18376-Pigtail-Book-2016.pdf).

It looks...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-10-2019, 05:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,870
Posted By CP30
Re: Straight talk about Idle Air Control Valves (IAC)

Glad to hear it. I should have read the entire thread before I replied.

I watch my tach all the time like you. A rock solid idle is a well running engine. I’m not happy myself when my is idle if...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-03-2019, 09:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,870
Posted By CP30
Re: Straight talk about Idle Air Control Valves (IAC)

You’re seem to be soley focused on the IAC. Here’s a little bit of a curve ball idea. Check your fuel pressure to see if it’s erratic. See if your rpm dips correspond with dipping fuel pressure. If...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-03-2019, 08:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,059
Posted By CP30
Re: Throttle issues

Throttle Position Sensor?
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-02-2019, 08:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,582
Posted By CP30
Re: 2003 Ford Ranger Fuel Pump Connector Diagram

Thanks for that.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-01-2019, 09:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,422
Posted By CP30
Re: Non-belt squeak.

I had a vibration problem starting at about 60mph and above about a year ago. I changed out my drivers side rear axle bearing and no help. I then got new front rotors and front hub bearings and no...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-01-2019, 05:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,582
Posted By CP30
Re: 2003 Ford Ranger Fuel Pump Connector Diagram

Thank you
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-01-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,582
Posted By CP30
2003 Ford Ranger Fuel Pump Connector Diagram

Just wanted to post this for anyone needing this information.

I went to start my car and it missfired then sputtered out then wouldn't start again but was cranking hard. Had to get a tow. It...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-24-2019, 10:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,952
Posted By CP30
Re: Starter Spinnning, Solenoid Popping Out, But Not Engaging Flywheel

So I figured out the problem. Here are the clues that led me to the solution.

1. I've been using the vehicle for a delivery vehicle for the last 11 years. Constantly starting and turning off the...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-24-2019, 09:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,952
Posted By CP30
Re: Starter Spinnning, Solenoid Popping Out, But Not Engaging Flywheel

The starter is working properly and the flywheel is ok. You're not an expert on ignition (obviously) and neither am I. But it could be something other than the starter or flywheel and actually is...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-23-2019, 06:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,952
Posted By CP30
Re: Starter Spinnning, Solenoid Popping Out, But Not Engaging Flywheel

Did you even read my original post before you popped off with your completely useless reply? I said I tested the new starter and the gear is spinning and it’s popping out like it’s supposed to. And...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 04-22-2019, 05:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,952
Posted By CP30
Starter Gear Spinnning, Solenoid Popping Out, But Not Engaging Flywheel

2003 Ford Ranger 2WD 2.3L 310K miles

When I turned the ignition on all you could hear was the starter gear spinning. I got a brand new starter cause I thought the solenoid was bad in the old one...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-15-2019, 01:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,898
Posted By CP30
Re: Fixing To Remove Throttle Body For Cleaning - What Is Best Solvent?

I actually used fuel line hose. I got rid of the original pcv to intake hose about a year ago. I would hear this weird squealing sound sometimes during cold temperatures when the engine was idleing...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-13-2019, 09:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,898
Posted By CP30
Re: Fixing To Remove Throttle Body For Cleaning - What Is Best Solvent?

Six Months Later.....

Found the problem to my idle issue. The whole thing is detailed right here in this thread:
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