Notices
1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series All Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series models

2005 Ranger acceleration issues

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 30, 2022 | 04:10 PM
  #1  
hendersonjoe35's Avatar
hendersonjoe35
Thread Starter
|
1st Gear
Joined: Aug 2022
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
2005 Ranger acceleration issues

I’ve changed plugs and wires. New fuel filter. Cut off the cat and took out the mass air flow sensor already. The truck will start fine and rpm’s will go up when In park. When I put in drive and take off down the road it’ll reach about 40 and stall out. I could have it floored and rpm’s won’t go up and won’t go any faster. It’s almost like it’s stalling out. I can hear the fuel pump kick on when Turned to accessory but I’m not sure if that could still be the problem. Let me know if y’all know anything about it before I spend the money and time to change out the fuel pump. Thanks!
 
Reply
Old Aug 30, 2022 | 05:52 PM
  #2  
Kruse's Avatar
Kruse
Fleet Mechanic
20 Year Member
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 1,529
Likes: 35
From: Kansas
Have you checked the fuel pump pressure with an actual gauge?
 
Reply
Old Sep 1, 2022 | 08:30 AM
  #3  
pawpaw's Avatar
pawpaw
Moderator
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 13,851
Likes: 111
From: SW Va
Club FTE Gold Member
Lots of unknowns. Were you having problems Before removing the MAF sensor & Cat Converter??? If you scanned for trouble code clues before tossing parts at the problem, post All code Numbers, as they can help focus a trouble shoot. Test & replace faulty, damaged, worn-out scheduled maintenance suspects, but resist tossing parts at the problem on a hunch.
This puppy isn't going to run well without a functioning MAF sensor in it, as the ECM uses its PID to measure airflow into the engine when we go at throttle up!!

Would be helpful to know some history on the problem, like did it come about suddenly after some event, or slowly over time, why you removed the MAF sensor & cat converter & which engine-tranny combo it has & the mileage on them???
 
Reply
Old Sep 1, 2022 | 08:09 PM
  #4  
mfp4073's Avatar
mfp4073
Fleet Mechanic
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 1,726
Likes: 10
From: down south
I also cant see how the truck could work properly without the computer having input from the MAF censor.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
quesey
2004 - 2008 F150
12
Sep 15, 2025 08:45 PM
shrek_47
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
3
May 24, 2011 07:23 PM
brettrob
1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series
1
May 16, 2009 08:14 PM
slamnrangr58
1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series
14
Sep 13, 2007 10:43 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:45 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-1
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-2
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-3
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026

Slideshow: Here are the top 10 Fords coming to Mecum Indy 2026.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:49:49


VIEW MORE
story-9
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford truck wheels of all time

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:49:01


VIEW MORE