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Re: Consistent Misfire [la4mead]
by nvbanker
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Jun 11, 2008 (1:26 pm)
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Replying to: la4mead (Jun 11, 2008 9:56 am)
Trial and error is always the method for repair, unless you get the computer to throw you a code directing you. With an engine this old, trial and error is bound to happen to you, but darn near everything on it is old, so replacement of anything is not such a terrible idea.
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- #2691 of 2825
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Re: Consistent Misfire [la4mead]
by wookie1
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Jun 11, 2008 (2:14 pm)
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Replying to: la4mead (Jun 11, 2008 9:56 am)
you need to give a little more info. on this truck such as what year is it, and what size engine does it have. is it 2 or 4 wheel drive?
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- #2692 of 2825
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Re: Consistent Misfire [wookie1]
by la4mead
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Jun 12, 2008 (8:51 pm)
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Replying to: wookie1 (Jun 11, 2008 2:14 pm)
Sorry, there was a full description at the beginning of the thread.
98 Ranger XLT 4.0, 2wd, 5 speed auto. 198,000 miles.
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- #2693 of 2825
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Re: Consistent Misfire [la4mead]
by wookie1
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Jun 13, 2008 (3:01 am)
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Replying to: la4mead (Jun 12, 2008 8:51 pm)
i had a 97 with a 4cyl. 2.3 engine with one plug misfiring when i put a code reader on it the code wasn't even in my book, but it turned out to be my crank sensor. you might want to check your plug wires as well if you havn't already done so. before you replace the parts. check the compression to make sure it is good on the misfiring cylinder. i used to be a certified mechanic back in 1975 but didn't keep my certification so i am not up to date on a lot of these computerized vehicles but i do know some things about them. hope this info helps.
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- #2694 of 2825
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2001 4.0L Timing Chain or Belt??
by mountainman5
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Jun 17, 2008 (11:24 am)
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I have almost 100,000 miles on the truck, does it require belt or chain replacement now or not??
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- #2695 of 2825
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Re: 2001 4.0L Timing Chain or Belt?? [mountainman5]
by nvbanker
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Jun 17, 2008 (1:13 pm)
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Replying to: mountainman5 (Jun 17, 2008 11:24 am)
Most Ford engines have chains, and this one is one of them. You have no need to worry about it, it just goes on for miles and miles.
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Thanks for the Info, nvbanker!!
by mountainman5
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Jun 18, 2008 (12:20 pm)
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I guess I'm a member of the "Chain Gang" then!!!
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- #2697 of 2825
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Re: Ranger Transmission Problem? [wookie1]
by 48inchvertic1
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Jun 19, 2008 (1:07 pm)
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Replying to: wookie1 (Mar 28, 2007 9:33 am)
Thank you, wookie1. I replaced the speed sensor at the rear diff, but the same symptoms still exist (original message #2444). When I had the sensor out, however, I noticed a greyish looking grease on it and all around the rear axle (internal). I saw no sign of 'fluid'. The manual recommends replacing the rear axle lubricant at 100k. I currently have 94k, but this problem began several years ago and has really not gotten any worse, but no better either. Could this be a rear axle 'fluid' issue associated with the speed sensor with any luck? FYI - I have also verified proper transmission fluid level and changed out the ouput shaft speed sensor, both to no avail.
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- #2698 of 2825
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can't turn key in ignition
by ronz1
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Jun 24, 2008 (6:59 am)
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I have a 2003 Ranger XLT 2wd - new problem: sometimes I can't turn the key in the ignition - it's stuck until you jiggle the steering wheel. I don't want to wait until it gets permanently stuck off and needs to be drilled--- So, is there any alternative to taking it to a Ford Dealer to get the lock cylinder replaced ? I also don''t want to end up with 2 different keys - one for the ignition and one for the doors. This seems to be a Ford problem-same thing happend on my Villager and the dealer wanted $400 to fix it. Any ideas ?
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CABIN FILTER
by jre56
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Jul 05, 2008 (2:41 am)
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Where is the cabin filter located in a 2004 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4 extended cab and how diffilcult is it to change?
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