2000 Ford Ranger Repair Question
Topics covered: Engine, Backfire, Compression.
Mileage: 16,000 miles.
Mileage: 16,000 miles.
Asked on June 24, 2012
Replaced cam synchro, truck turns over, wont start, back fires through intake
I have a 2000 Ford Ranger with a 3.0 Flex Fuel engine, I recently replaced the cam synchro and now the truck backfires through the intake. I followed all the steps correctly that I found online and used the alignment too that came with the synchro. I'm not sure if I'm on the intake or exhaust stroke for tdc, or if it's something as simple as a bad relay. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Asked by bub2782Answer
Replied on June 24, 2012
is this since you replaced it or after some time
Roy
Replied on June 24, 2012
Since the part has been replaced, after the synchro was replaced I tried to start the truck and it would turn over but it would start, it has good spark, fuel pressure is good, and it have good compression. Is it possible it jumped time, it's 180 off, or something stupid as a relay?
Replied on June 24, 2012
no, why did you replace the syncro assembly??
if it is not properly timed, it will cause this issue but it would be nice to know why you performed this repair
Roy
Replied on June 24, 2012
look at the procedure
Replied on June 25, 2012
The part was replaced because it was squeaking and are known to fail in the 3.0. I just need to know if it's something stupid like I have the engine 180 off or if it's more major than that.