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Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 12-22-2010, 07:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,649
Posted By Scott
Re: searching for vac leak....what is this???

Maybe you're aware of this but you're also missing a vacuum plug on your throttle body. That would definitely cause some unmetered air issues.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-08-2010, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,450
Posted By Scott
Re: Knocking only in 4th and 5th gear?

I've bumped it up to 91 and it doesn't change anything. What I don't understand is why the motor sounds fine through the entire powerband on the lower gears but not in 4th or 5th. I replaced the...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-08-2010, 09:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,450
Posted By Scott
Knocking only in 4th and 5th gear?

I've been having a knock issue for awhile and it's driving me nuts. It only happens when the engine is warm and i give it light throttle in 4th or 5th gear. If I stomp on it it goes away. I have...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 08-31-2010, 07:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,771
Posted By Scott
Re: 2.5L Trouble Code 302, Intake Bolts

Keep checking the junk yard OR take a matching intake bolt and find the specs. Go to the hardware store and find a nut that will fit it, this will give you pitch and thread count. After that it's a...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 08-20-2010, 04:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,090
Posted By Scott
Re: HELP! Rough idle/high rpms when stopping

It sounds like you have a gasket leak that goes away once the engine warms up (and metal parts expand). I'd tear it apart and replace all gaskets from the heads up. It's a PIA, but if you do it...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-08-2010, 02:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,120
Posted By Scott
Re: can't get crankshaft pulley off 1997 2.3l engine!

I had the same problem. The answer: heat. I got by with a small propane torch, but if its really on there you may want to try an oxy-acetylene torch.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-08-2010, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,650
Posted By Scott
Re: Engine Cuts Off at Idle

Take it to another parts store. I've not heard of the check engine light staying on without storing a code. My money is on a vacuum leak. Check all vacuum connections and make sure nothing is...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 07-08-2010, 02:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,017
Posted By Scott
Re: 96 ranger idleing problem

Make SURE you didn't overtorque the intake gaskets, especially the lower one. The lower gasket is paper and the other one has a metal layer making it stronger. I had the same problem and came to...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 05-13-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 12,681
Posted By Scott
Re: 2.3L blown head gasket

Check the 6 cylinder forums, but it sounds like the head gasket. It shouldn't be that bad if you do your research and use a little common sense. It is well worth your time to do it yourself vs....
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-25-2010, 08:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,444
Posted By Scott
Re: Impossiple Throttle Position Sensor removal

I think the throttle linkage is all mechanical. Is your truck throwing any codes?
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-24-2010, 02:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,523
Posted By Scott
Re: 4 cyl. shaky idle

I'm guessing here, but it sounds like you have a leaky gasket somewhere in the intake. The way you describe it sounds to me like a cold gasket leaking air until the block warms up, which warms the...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-15-2010, 06:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,444
Posted By Scott
Re: Impossiple Throttle Position Sensor removal

Also, before you remove it MAKE SURE that it needs to be replaced. Have you back probed the tps to measure resistance? I think it should be around 1 volt at idle and 5 for WOT.
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Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-14-2010, 09:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,444
Posted By Scott
Re: Impossiple Throttle Position Sensor removal

Just remove the throttle body, trust me I had to take mine off and those screws were TIGHT.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 03-06-2010, 09:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,090
Posted By Scott
Re: HELP! Rough idle/high rpms when stopping

Haha I'm one of those guys who's been buying a bunch of parts...not that I can really afford it. Every time I get frustrated I just keep telling myself "It's either this or a car payment". Anyways...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-06-2010, 12:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,090
Posted By Scott
Just had codes pulled last night - P1506...

Just had codes pulled last night -

P1506 (IAC overspeed error) which points to a bad IAC valve or a vac leak. IAC has been replaced, so for the 1000th time, I will check for vac leaks.

P1131...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-05-2010, 12:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,090
Posted By Scott
Thanks Luc. Seafoam is one thing I haven't tried...

Thanks Luc. Seafoam is one thing I haven't tried yet...I guess if I've been running on a bum O2 sensor and it's been running rich it could be dirty by now. Worth a shot I guess.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-05-2010, 10:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,090
Posted By Scott
Oh yeah I also installed a new pcv valve during...

Oh yeah I also installed a new pcv valve during head exchange.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-05-2010, 10:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,090
Posted By Scott
HELP! Rough idle/high rpms when stopping

Ok here's my situation: 97 2wd 2.3 Lima 5 speed, 150,000 miles. Blew a head gasket about 6 months ago. Tore her down, find out the head is cracked between the valves in cylinders 2 and 3. Buy new...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 02-04-2010, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,108
Posted By Scott
Make sure to check the head or have it checked by...

Make sure to check the head or have it checked by a mechanic. Mine had tiny cracks between the valves in a few cylinders. Wouldn't hurt to get a valve job and have it resurfaced while you've got it...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-29-2010, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,108
Posted By Scott
It's possible that the timing belt lost a rib and...

It's possible that the timing belt lost a rib and changed the timing. Easiest way to check timing is through plug holes on timing cover (IF you can see the timing marks - they get dirty and can be...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-28-2010, 09:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,108
Posted By Scott
I'm guessing cracked head/blown head gasket. No...

I'm guessing cracked head/blown head gasket. No bueno. A new (to you) head will be no more than $300. If it's only the gasket you can buy the short block gasket kit for less than $50.
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-28-2010, 09:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,629
Posted By Scott
Cylinder Heads International out of Texas. I got...

Cylinder Heads International out of Texas. I got one from there awhile back and was not disappointed. Free shipping, no upfront core charge as long as you send back your cracked head (with their...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-28-2010, 08:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 12,681
Posted By Scott
As far as the "milkshake" you refer to, it's not...

As far as the "milkshake" you refer to, it's not always the case with a blown head gasket. I think I was running with one for awhile...I would hear a high pitched hiss or squeal when I shut the...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 01-28-2010, 08:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 12,681
Posted By Scott
It's actually harder than a v8, but still very...

It's actually harder than a v8, but still very doable if you are careful and pay attention to what you're doing. First things first you need to get a Chilton or Haynes manual. You'll basically have...
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