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Roasty
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Wounded Diesel heading back From LA Bay
Made the trip down here on Wednesday in great time, but as soon as we hit the BOLA turnoff the truck (2008 F-250 diesel) started acting up.
Lost most power, but was able to slowly make it to the casa with no air at about 40MPH.
Sammy Diaz couldn't help me, so we will leave early Sunday for San Diego, and keep our fingers crossed. Engine Icon shows on the display, but i guess
we have no other choice.
Keep your eyes open for us Lic # BOLA BC.
Cheers.
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Diver
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Make sure to add some diesel additive and turn the overdrive off.
There have been problems like you mention from both issues.
Also try to turn off the truck, wait a few minutes and re-start.
Good luck !
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bancoduo
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Sounds like contaminated fuel. Check your filter.
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postholedigger
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Sound like what a Ford Ranger I was driving did. The engine would rev as you hit the gas but you got no pick up and for the most part the top speed I
could get out of it was around 40 MPH. Took it in to a shop and there was something wrong with the exhaust system and the exhaust was firing backwards
or something. Basically the cat converter up and died. They had to replace the entire exhaust system and put in a new cat converter and sensor. Couple
thousand dollar job.
I hope that's not the case with yours...
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Pompano
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Had similar problems a few years back...try loosening fuel cap and try it that way. Also turn engine off...then turn ignition key three times from
'off' to 'on'..without starting. That should reset computer.
Like bancoduo said, fuel filter check is standard procedure. My trouble turned out to be a sensor. Yours could be fuel related, pump, etc...common
with newer Power Strokes.
Good luck and let us know what happens.
edit...Here's one good site..but there are others, too.
fordpowerstrokeforums.com
[Edited on 7-26-2008 by Pompano]
I do what the voices in my tackle box tell me.
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Sharksbaja
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Cat converter may be plugged. Park car in Ensenada for two hours. When you return and find no converter, test drive before retuning to call cops.
Just kidding. Good luck amigo. Can you follow someone?
DON\'T SQUINT! Give yer eyes a break!
Try holding down [control] key and toggle the [+ and -] keys
Viva Mulege!
Nomads\' Sunsets
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losfrailes
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This post identifies something new to me. Do diesels have catalytic converters??
Just trying to get my post count up!!!!!
[Edited on 7-26-2008 by losfrailes]
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Hook
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| Quote: | Originally posted by losfrailes
This post identifies something new to me. Do diesels have catalytic converters??
Just trying to get my post count up!!!!!
[Edited on 7-26-2008 by losfrailes] |
Newer ones do. I think with the Fords, it started with the 6.0 liter engine in 2004. Not sure about the Dodges and Chevys.
Man, I would NOT try and limp a diesel back from BOLA. You could damage it and when the dealer discovers you've been running non-ULSD, your warranty
could be in jeopardy.
Have someone bring a code reader down and find out what it is first.
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beachbum1A
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We got stuck in Mulege with a F350 diesel and could find no one with a computer to diagnose the problem so had to have it brought up to Ensenada on a
flat bed truck and left at the Ford dealer on Reforma for repair.
Ended up being an engine sensor malfunction that they repaired.
Just do it!
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Taco de Baja
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This is a good reason why everyone should spend the $50-$100 to get a code reader and take it to Baja with you. Heck, it's almost cheaper than a tank
of fuel, these days. Then you will know if it is serious or something that can be fixed when you get home.
Some dealers will even charge you $50 just to scan for codes for you in the states. It'll pay for it's self in no time and give you peace of mind.
Truth generally lies in the coordination of antagonistic opinions
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sunshine
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You may have a sensor that faulted and caused to computer to go into a safe mode. Disconnect the negative battery cable for 60 seconds and then
reconnect it, this will reset the computer. Now drive it around town and see if the check engine light comes back on. This may solve the problem, or
it will confirm that you have a true problem. If the problem returns, your best bet is to get it repaired, Ford does not honor your warranty in
baja, so you'll have to get across the border.
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stimbo
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diesel problems
It could be your cam position sensor (though when they "die" your motor will usually sputter to a stop and won't restart), but with that said, they
are easy to replace and a spare is good insurance for Ford f250 diesel users. You will need a 10mm socket. Good luck.
[Edited on 7-26-2008 by stimbo]
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aha baja
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I had a CPS (cam position sensor) go southbound on me about a month ago.2001 F-250 7.3 diesel. Was covered under a Ford recal. I had symptoms similar
to yours (low speed, sputtering and dieing at stops. That cured the problem including getting about 3mpg better than I've ever gotten before. If that
is the prob, the make sure you carry an extra w/you when you travel($35 U.S.) They are an upgraded design and not so prone to failure.
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Mexicali_Kid
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For your safety...
Do not start a trip with a vehicle that is acting up. Fix it first then drive, or leave it and find another way home.
You are just setting yourself up for a roadside hijacking or worse.
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Hook
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| Quote: | Originally posted by aha baja
I had a CPS (cam position sensor) go southbound on me about a month ago.2001 F-250 7.3 diesel. Was covered under a Ford recal. I had symptoms similar
to yours (low speed, sputtering and dieing at stops. That cured the problem including getting about 3mpg better than I've ever gotten before. If that
is the prob, the make sure you carry an extra w/you when you travel($35 U.S.) They are an upgraded design and not so prone to failure.
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I cant imagine that the CPS is still an issue in the 2008 models. They've been making good ones for some time now.
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Roasty
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Thanks for all the suggestions and ideas.
Friends are going to bring a large trailer down so hopefully we will be OK.
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woody with a view
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DAMN, Roasty
you haven't had any good luck with your rigs in awhile!!!
let us know what happens.
suerte!!!!
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emorris548
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I am currently on a road trip, and my friend is pulling his rig with a Ford, which had the same sounding type of problem. It turned out to be a EGR
valve which shut down the turbo. At Ford they also said that the other most common problem with the 2007/2008 is it will blow the 'large' hose to the
inter cooler by the radiator. Hope this helps.
Lee
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Hook
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Lee, thanks for taking the time to add to the diesel knowledge database at Nomads. 
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4baja
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most likely its not the cam sensor as the truck will die, most likely fuel problems. check your fuel filters first.
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