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2005 FORD RANGER

4.0L V6 SOHC4WDAUTOMATICgas
11 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor593Torque3791Fluid9DTC853Battery1Maintenance0Recalls11
P0024moderate severityPowertrain

Exhaust Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 2

on 2005 Ford Ranger 4.0L V6 SOHC · 4WD

What this code means

The exhaust camshaft timing for Bank 2 is more advanced than commanded.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Rough idle
  • Stalling
  • Poor fuel economy

Common causes

  • Stuck VVT solenoid
  • Dirty oil
  • Phaser wear

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check oil condition
  2. Test VVT solenoid
  3. Monitor cam position

Repair notes

Service VVT system Bank 2.

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