2017 Ford Ranger (PX2) — Repair Solution

3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel · Hard Starting Problems · Engine

Ford Ranger (PX2) Hard Starting Problems Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Ranger (PX2)
Year: 2017
Engine: 3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
Kilometres: 172,802
Area: Engine
Category: Hard Starting Problems

Customer Complaint

The customer reported an intermittent hard starting concern. The vehicle would usually start normally when cold in the morning, but after being driven and parked hot it would sometimes crank and not start. The fault was becoming more frequent.

Problem Summary

The vehicle started normally when first moved into the workshop. Initial checks included a battery load test, charging system test and lighting system check. A full vehicle electronic scan found history fault code P0340:00:68 Camshaft Position Sensor “A” Circuit Bank 1 or Single Sensor stored in the PCM {{pic1}}.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeFORPX171230
Vehicle2017 Ford Ranger (PX2)
Engine3.2L P5AT 5cyl 20v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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