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rv:van_issues [2020/11/04 20:06]
frater_secessus [Mercedes Sprinter]
rv:van_issues [2020/12/06 19:33]
frater_secessus [Ford E-Series]
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   * The International VT365 (rebadged as Ford 6.0 L PowerStroke) found in 2003-2010 model year Ford E-Series vans/chassis was problematic.(("has the reputation as being the worst diesel engine ever put into a pickup truck". https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/f0jzbt/is_it_a_bad_idea_to_get_a_diesel_van/fgweslt/))   * The International VT365 (rebadged as Ford 6.0 L PowerStroke) found in 2003-2010 model year Ford E-Series vans/chassis was problematic.(("has the reputation as being the worst diesel engine ever put into a pickup truck". https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/f0jzbt/is_it_a_bad_idea_to_get_a_diesel_van/fgweslt/))
   * 1996-2001 2v Tritons may have a nylon intake manifold that can crack and leak.((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Modular_engine#Intake_manifold_defect))   * 1996-2001 2v Tritons may have a nylon intake manifold that can crack and leak.((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Modular_engine#Intake_manifold_defect))
 +  * 2011 - 2013 5.4L 2V and 6.8L 2V Engine – Excessive Engine Oil Consumption (valve seals)((https://ford.oemdtc.com/2278/5-4l-2v-and-6-8l-2v-engine-excessive-engine-oil-consumption-2011-2013-ford-e-series))
 ===== Ford Transit ===== ===== Ford Transit =====
  
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   * [[rv:ford_transit#known_issues|windshield gutter runoff can flood airbox]] -- [[https://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/threads/my-turd-ecu-plug-cover.78812/post-1035547|workaround]].   * [[rv:ford_transit#known_issues|windshield gutter runoff can flood airbox]] -- [[https://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/threads/my-turd-ecu-plug-cover.78812/post-1035547|workaround]].
   * speed sensor failure causes limp mode   * speed sensor failure causes limp mode
-  * water can drain on ECU plug; diverter installed at some point per Customer Satisfaction Program 15B39. [[https://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/threads/my-turd-ecu-plug-cover.78812/#post-1035483"Workaround]] using iced tea jug.+  * water can drain on ECU plug; diverter installed at some point per Customer Satisfaction Program 15B39. [[https://www.fordtransitusaforum.com/threads/my-turd-ecu-plug-cover.78812/#post-1035483|Workaround]] using iced tea jug.
   * cabin leak near passenger footwell   * cabin leak near passenger footwell
   * transmission solenoid failure (SSM 45065) requires removal of transmission.    * transmission solenoid failure (SSM 45065) requires removal of transmission. 
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 ===== RAM Promaster ===== ===== RAM Promaster =====
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 Learn more about this vehicle on [[https://www.promasterforum.com/|the Promaster forum]] or the [[rv:ram_promaster|Promaster article]]. Learn more about this vehicle on [[https://www.promasterforum.com/|the Promaster forum]] or the [[rv:ram_promaster|Promaster article]].
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   * 6th gear is very high for MPG purposes;  the PM will downshift to 5th on minor grades   * 6th gear is very high for MPG purposes;  the PM will downshift to 5th on minor grades
   * some fuel pumps shut off frequently while fueling the vehicle   * some fuel pumps shut off frequently while fueling the vehicle
 +  * if the transmission-to-frame ground is loose it can affect the ignition interlock((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/no-start-key-stuck-new-battery-didnt-fix-it.80634/post-613641))
  
  
rv/van_issues.txt · Last modified: 2024/03/31 15:03 by princess_fluffypants