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check engine light
i have a 00 ranger 3.0 4x4 automatic. the check engine light came on . i had it checked and it was the o2 sensors, i changed them out (fun fun) then it came on again, egr valve changed that out now its back on and read code 401 low flow . what is causing this ? and where are the sensors to the egr valve? I dont want to take the lower pipe off cause it is attached to two smaller pipes to the engine? can anyone help or anyone had the same proplems
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Welcome!
It's more than likely a bad DPFE sensor causing the P0401 code. Easy to replace, a couple of screws and hoses. Located on the upper intake manifiold.
When you go to replace the sensor, also check the hoses for any blockage.
Here's a Summary of the Ford DPFE/EGR System
It's more than likely a bad DPFE sensor causing the P0401 code. Easy to replace, a couple of screws and hoses. Located on the upper intake manifiold.
When you go to replace the sensor, also check the hoses for any blockage.
Here's a Summary of the Ford DPFE/EGR System
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I have a 1996 ford powerstroke diesel and i was wondering if anyone out there knew how to make it blow black smoke without putting a bunch of money into it? also if anyone has any info on it please let me know thanks dell
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Originally Posted by dell
I have a 1996 ford powerstroke diesel and i was wondering if anyone out there knew how to make it blow black smoke without putting a bunch of money into it? also if anyone has any info on it please let me know thanks dell
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Originally Posted by RangerPilot
Why don't you ask the Powerstroke guys...we're pretty intent on our engines NOT doing that.
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You're in the Ranger forum. Little Rangers with I-4s and V-6s, not big diesels. Here's the diesel forum:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/f...play.php?f=167
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/f...play.php?f=167
