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Old Jul 24, 2013 | 02:28 PM
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2.3L Blown Engine

hello, my friends wifes 2006 escape with ~50k mi blew her motor. I dont know the specifics but the dealer told her there is a known problem with these engines. I couldnt find anything specifically. Anyone have a clue as to what the dealer is talking about?
 
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Old Oct 13, 2013 | 05:07 PM
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Strange they would not say what the known problem is. Seems there should be a recall if that were the case. I have a 2.3L in my 2001 Ranger and that 2.3 is the new Duratec DOHC 16-valve, should be like yours. I drive it hard, no problems.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 04:22 PM
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I have a 2005 ranger with a 2.3 n same prob but has 130,000 on it.
 
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