I've rebuilt at least 10 of the P5AT's in the last couple of years. Most common cause of failure is overheating from egr and oil cooler leaks followed by oil pump failures. I've done one rebuilt due to an injector failure at 280k. I remove the egr cooler completely and replace the oil pump with a gear style pump. I still think these are the best Ute's in Oz based on price, power, tow capacity and availability of parts.
@@truey90s yeah that is a utter ****er of a design flaw. You can get a modifed one - I had it fitted on mine due to fear of the oil pump failing and writing off the engine.
Hey bloke, it looks like I’ll be changing my fan. My ranger did the same thing when I was towing a loaded trailer the other day. Well done mate, you just saved me some time and money, thank you. I love my ranger.
Thanks for the good information from someone who is actually using the Ranger for heavy duty stuff. I am not quite a city slicker but still far from day by day off roading. My Ranger will be a used one , that's why this clip is important to me. Thanks
I bought the new released XLT model in 2012 with auto trans. I I drove that thing everywhere, black top, dirt, off road and beach. After 8 years and 360,000 klms i started to have some issues with the transmission and she started to blow a little smoke so i knew i had injectors to deal with Andy an auto which i was advised would be around $8k for auto plus injectors, so sold it off to a wholesaler. I did have the auto serviced at around the 150k mark and always had the car serviced by a dealer or mechanic every 10,000 klms during the time i had it. That thing never let me down. So i bought another XLT in 2020, this time the biturbo version; at currently 75000 klms its going well, fingers crossed this is as good as my last one.
Thanks for the Video mate was really informative and gives me the heads up on what to look for having just brought a 2012 Xlt ranger with 190kms on it. Seems to have been well serviced and looked after. Time will tell. 👍
Getting an older Toyota you could get a million kms is you pooftered it with fresh oils etc . . before the cabal current try with phasing out life giving combustion engines & fossil fuel my arse
i got T6 2013 3.2 xlt manual. currently running 329,xxx km still going strong. lucky for me not much an issue ofcourse its because my driving style, rarely put on heavy loads, probably once offroad, mostly used on highway commuting to works. some major issues like fail turbo, burst intercooler pipe, door lock fails (free replacement) clutch fails (under warranty), this was early below 150k km. only recently i have to replace upper arm bush and soon will be replacing rear absorber. good to know from your video, now gotta check lots of thing.
Great tips thanks for the video, its helpful just for the sake of going through some of these issues and making sure bolts and things are torqued up and everything's in place. Shot a lot.
I've got a 2019 Wildtrak, it's at 75k kms now, bought it a few months back. Plan on doing the works on it, getting an oil catch can, upgraded intercooler, transmission intercooler, as well as your usual outback accessories so I can enjoy some outback adventures and holidays solo.
I've had my Ranger for 8 years and only at 317000km last year, the intercooler failed. Got it sorted out and that the only major problem I've had so far
This is very helpful, thanks for your attention for detail videos, I currently have my left headlight low beam not working I have replaced the bulb with no luck, can you do a video on how to fix reset the BCM and how to fix BCM if reset does not work. once again excellent videos.
My high pressure rail pump just started to show signs of wear at 400,000km. Hard starting when hot. 2014 Transit Custom 2.2. Got a second hand one for $500.
Great Video - I have a 2014 Px GXL with 245, 600km, I can relate to your list of issues.. firstly the air intake hose - replaced, then the drivers door actuator, replaced, then the starter motor, replaced, then the alternator, replaced, need to do the engine mounts, aircon pully, rotors it is nice to see that there are other with the same sort of issues.
Door actuators/latches on PX1 are a recall item. This is irrelevant of warranty status so worth checking with Ford if they all need replacing (no cost to you).
Hmm 3.2 with 170,000 hard klms on it. Regular service. Blanked EGR, aftermarket inter cooler I put on due to the work it does. So far so good. Just like falling off a 10 story building. No doubt things will need replacing eventually.
I found your video interesting mate. My 2013 Mazda BT50 - Same Thing as PX Ranger has done 302,000 kms with absolutely no issues or problems over its lifetime . Always been serviced every 10k on time , not modified and Country Klm's . Should be good for at least 400k's with proper servicing. They are a good thing if you can get a good one older owner non thrashed one :)
Great video, mines on 245,000 miles in the UK and most of the same issues. EGR cooler just went down and the garage couldn't find the issue. Found your other video on the EGR bypass and fixed it my self within half an hour. Thanks.
I got a 2012 triton mn with 537k on it bought at 214k been very reliable timing belt w. Pump clutch alternator egr clean out that's all I can't complain serviced every 7k oil change. O wota feeling Mitsubishi
Had a 2012 PX ranger. Viscous fan coupling was first problem and picked that up from air conditioning failing to work properly. Next was a blown turbo boost to intake manifold under heavy acceleration. Lots of black smoke and engine warning light. Also cooling bypass hose rubbed under intake manifold and caused a leak. Next problem was a balancer on the tail shaft that caused a vibration like wheels were out of balance. This was the most expensive repair at $600 . I did about 180K in it. Would still have it but for moving to WA and not being able afford to freight it over here. Now have a 2021PX3 six speed auto.
Viscous fan can easily be rebuilt with disassembly, cleaning, replacement of viscous fluid and re-assembly. As long as bearings are good no problem. I had to do this on a 93 Toyota pickup when no fan was available.
That linkage bolt on the transmission A frame is a 8mm. Just had mine fall put while on the beach at Fraser Island. Luckily I found the problem and had a spare bloody m8 bolt in the ute.
We run a wildtrak 3.2 here in U.K. it’s had a fifth wheel conversion fitted with air bags and rerated to 7 tons, that was at 17k miles and now 117k so far she’s been a tank of a truck the other day I took off the rear brake drums give a clean grease that’s it shoes good for another 100k can’t believe it, it’s a bloody beast, when she’s running lite it’s known to pull 120 mph, and blow the carbon off the exhaust valves, when treated like a lady it give good mileage, your vlog has been very helpful 👍👏👏👏👏
This video is really helpful. I have the 2014 XLT 3.2L, it has 180,000 km. Very good car. Last year December I got the new 2021 Ranger Wildtrak also a 3.2L. In the XLT at exactly 132000km the clutch failed, at 145000km both front bearings failed. Finding this video has given me a heads up and a milestone as to when to replace certain components. Thank you so much 🙌🏾💯
@@chandamusonda6883 Also not getting the laughing emoji - if you own these cars, these videos are very helpful. Mechanics usually use their own instincts & on many occasions misdiagnose issues (and you end going back & forth)
Well we bought our 2006 Toyota Prado 3 litre turbo diesel new, the last of the earlier Diesel engines before the injector trouble plagued at the time D4-D and the only failure it has had in 300,000 K’s is one wheel bearing, always serviced by the book and it really has been bullet proof, bog reliable, what a gem of a vehicle it is, and still performs like the day we got it, sure it’s not as quick as modern day common rails but I tell you it’s a strong performer and not highly strung like the small capacity multi turbo diesels where most manufacturers these days try and squeeze too much out of them which really equates to reliability, durability and longevity which also equates to expense when things go wrong and there’s no argument on that one.
Beautiful descriptive video. I’m a mechanic by trade. Have a huge passion for rangers/bt50s owned two never any problems. Good strong grunty ute’s. specially after being remapped. Easy repairs for the kms judging by your experiences with your ute.
Another fault, the hose that goes from the passenger compartment to the EGR cooler, is cut, it happened to me at 200,000 km. It is also known to break the hoses that go under the gas oil filter. Thanks for the info.
Mine has gone trough engine replacement at 70 000 km, EGR cooler failure, engine oil cooler failure (mixed oil with coolant), intercooler failure, diesel leaks from fuel injectors return pipes, oil leaks from engine intake manifold, oil leakes from tranmssion case air breader, leaking supply hose for steering pump, some minior electrical issues with wheel speed sensors. Currently it is 260 000 km. I have succesfuly went over 300 000 km with Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D'max without any failures.
I have a 16 3.2 auto PX2 with 150,000 on it, 3in lift and 305's. It's been a brilliant car. Been around Australia and towed a heap of mx trailers and car trailers. Breakdown wise all we have had is an intercooler hose on fraser Island. Taped it up got it back to sunny coast for a new one. Otherwise just the usual brake replacements (we live near mountain ranges, coupled with the auto proablly bit hard on the brakes), 1 set of tie rod ends, and replaced the stock battery. We are really happy with ours.
@@Franksssss modern ute’s are good…more power and comfort..but they don’t have that pedigree…i trust mine to take anywhere and bring me back…and i mean anywhere…
I own a 2015 Ranger 2.2, I only replaced the alternator and boost pipe from the intercooler to the throttle body, currently standing on 190K km. These bakkies if you service them on time they don't give you problems.
I drive mine like I stole it and it’s been ridiculously in terms of reliability I’m only at 112k but it’s certainly been better than my friends max’s and hilux. No regrets.
All the parts seem reasonable...the biggest pain in the rear - is the Digital / engine error codes...I bought a little Blue tooth piece that hooks up and allows my smart phone to act as a Diagnostic laptop and clear errors. I have have mine - 90,000km - Bloody ABS sensors are intermitent and cause my brakes to vibrate hard.
mate ....im about to get myself a Ford ranger ... a used one unfortunatley coz that's what i can afford for now ....this video will be my backup ...i honestly wont do too much offroading ... but will keep mine for some time ... this really will help sort out problematic issues beforehand
The 10mm bolt on the transmission linkage has fallen out on me twice, 2015 px1 - ford quoted $1200 for the fix until someone a local mechanic told me to get a bolt from Bunnings, 10 min easy cheap fix 👌🏽
Might pay you to check the alternator and starter motor brushes, if you've never done so. Cheap to replace, but if they cause a breakdown in the middle of nowhere, not so cheap.
I drive a 2013 model supplied by my employer at 160,000 the oil pump and turbo failed the air con bearing whines plus we had a big end go in one of our other rangers plus 4WD selection problems they go well but have some issues
Hi and thanks for a great video. My only comment is that your idea of reliable and mine are vastly different. The diesels of yesterday needed oil changes etc for easily 500,000 klms and then maybe some extra spanner work to keep them going for another 500,000. I have a Dmax at the moment and after 40 yrs of owning diesels this will be the last one.
My 3.2 had two expensive failures. Between 280 and 300 thousand kilos. First was the oil cooler leaking oil into the water jacket. Had to replace all water hoses. Nearly ZaR10000 to repair. Second was the oil seal on the diesel pump. Pumped diesel into sump that caused a motor 'run away' situation. Luckily I managed to stall motor before any damage was caused. Close to ZaR30000 for new pump and labour. So now I have a perfectly good spare fuel pump.
I'm looking to buy this model now in sa, she's gonna work hard in the bushveld, but all reviews seem focused on regular maintenance. Great review, great vid, thanx
I had a 2.2 2012. It had new diff, new injectors, new intercooler and injector failure at 120000kms and cracked a piston. $9000 later i put a low milage used motor in it and fu$ked it right off!. Never went off road, never missed a service, never again will i buy a Ford Ranger...
Agreed I look after a fleet of them on a rio site fucken terrible .Engines dead before 100 000 km due to oil pumps ,no key way on injection pump so the nut comes loose so no fuel pressure ,transmission failures very common ,front drive shaft fails ,bcms fail often, had a diff let go at 5000km ford didn't want to know ,intercoller hoses and cooler .Only reason we got them is because they had a better safety rating than Toyota but the 79 and kun26 barley gave a peep
when it comes to cars i always play it safe, either few select Japanese brands (not Nissan nor some Mazda(ford) models) or as with my current car i go Korean, Hyundai/Kia are still relatively cheap for all that they offer + very relaible vs. US/European crap cars.
Really informative mate. Currently tossing up between a Ranger, Isuzu, or Toyota. Do all my own work and trust nobody to work on my cars so your perspective is much more useful than a full-of-shit motoring journo or youtuber. Cheers, you've got a another sub
My 2012 px is about to hit 400k. The AC compressor needs replacing as it is making noise when it turns on but still works fine and blows cool air. and there is a leak at the back of the auto where the driveshaft connects so that will be the first thing to fix. Other than that it's just things that happen every now and then. Just like any car. I drive to work as a tradie Ute but no real offroading. Bought it second hand 5 yrs ago with 260k on it and it does 900k on a full tank. Still happy with it (Commentators curse) but if I buy something else I could end up with a bunch of issues I didn't know about.
When your intercooler went what code came up on your scan tool. just interest as my mates turbo has a whistle and the car has thrown a engine light but it doesn’t seem to be related to anything
I bought a pX ranger 2012 260,000 Ks. 5 weeks after I bought it the factory turbo exploded. I had it taken apart at a local garage and they fitted a Garrat Turbo with better performance plus a new intercooler as bit of the turbo went into it. Only other problem I had was a split intercooler hose. I think I need some new Glow plugs as fault codes are showing up and a bit of smoke on start up from cold suggests 2-3 and poss 5 need replacement. On the drive shaft there is a ring that on mine is slopping around. Not sure what its supposed to do. Maybe a balance or something. Its a great car very powerful and great to drive.
I bought secondhand 2.2 wildtrak mileage 100,000 km. And now 140,000 km. I found just 1 issue about transmission system. I just changed Raptor steering wheel for use paddle shift into my car.
We've owned our family ute for 21years and we only clocked in at 141k km, seeing that all the prpblems popped out at about hundred thou km, i think im pretty set as im planning on buying the new everest trend variant.
Never changed broken rear springs? Mine has broken four in 80,000 miles, usually when lightly loaded. Last time it was towing an empty unloaded trailer about 4 miles from home on a nice smooth road. The axle was actually displaced this time, causing crab steering and the steering wheel needing to be turned to about the five past position to drive straight until it was taken to a repair shop. Coincidentally the top intercooler hose split at about the same time. Has the oil pump changed just in case at 75,000 miles as well as the six speed auto fluid and filter changed. Today however at 85,000 miles the orange transmission warning light comes on steadily while driving. It drives perfectly normally. So a visit to the repair shop for diagnostics is called for.
I have extensive experience on both and would have to say the D-Max is a much more reliable and easy to work on vehicle. The D-Max's only issue is it lags behind the Ranger as far as technology and comfort. Saying that if I was going to purchase either a 2022 D-Max or new 2022.5 Ranger I'd pick D-Max any day. Even used I'd go old D-Max over PX3 Ranger. But that's just my 2c.
I’ll keep my Hilux thanks, you don’t need to be lucky to get a good one. Great vid I watched this as we sell these at work (mostly 3.2s) and it’s good to have a heads up if/when a customer gets a problem. 👍🏻🇬🇧
@@jasonlast7091 Well it kind of makes sense that Ford owners might be in the comment space, and hey, Toyota = Second most recalled vehicles in Australia 2021. Ford doesn't even make the top 10 of recalled vehicles in Oz 😜
