2009 Ford Ranger (PJ) — Repair Solution

3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual · Instruments · Electrical

Ford Ranger (PJ) Instruments Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PJ)
Year: 2009
Engine: 3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 238,790
Area: Electrical
Category: Instruments

Customer Complaint

The instrument cluster flickers with the lights on, and the temperature gauge indicates overheating when driving.

Problem Summary

With the lights on, the cluster illumination flickered and the rev gauge hunted. When driving, the temperature gauge would indicate overheating before returning to normal. The vehicle was checked and confirmed not to be physically overheating, with coolant temperature not exceeding 87°C.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPJ09430
Vehicle2009 Ford Ranger (PJ)
Engine3.0L WEAT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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