Is there a problem with the phaser on a Ford?
Is there a problem with the phaser on a Ford?
The phaser problem is typical is higher mileage engines where engine wear and oil pressure is part of the problem. So replacing phaser may not solve the issue as described above.
Are there any Ford Explorers that had cam phasers?
The Explorers larger version the Expedition used the 5.4 Liter that the F-150 was using, and carried over the cam phasers to cause similar issues found in the most sold truck on the planet. 10. 2004 – 2014 Lincoln Navigator (5.4) Finally we have the Navigator, which essentially was a nicer version of the Expedition.
Why does my Ford F-150 have a bad cam phaser?
After taking it to three separated mechanics including FORD all three said it was the cam phaser and I needed a new engine.
What causes phaser rattle on Ford 5.4 3V engine?
A well known problem with the Ford 5.4 3V engines is the dreaded ‘phaser rattle’ This happens when the variable cam timing phasers can no longer be controlled by the ECU due to wear in the phaser or lack of oil pressure / volume being delivered to them.
The phaser problem is typical is higher mileage engines where engine wear and oil pressure is part of the problem. So replacing phaser may not solve the issue as described above.
When did Ford Explorer stop having cam phasers?
2006 – 2010 Ford Explorer (4.6) Prior to its redesign in 2011 and ultimately switching to a crossover platform, the Explorer was a body on frame vehicle and used its truck platform 4.6 liter. From 2006 until 2010 the Explorer had cam phasers and were susceptible to this issue.
What to do if your cam phaser fails?
If you are shopping for a vehicle with cam phasers, especially if they have failed, or haven’t been fixed in the past, I would negotiate that into the price, as it is quite possible it will happen at some point. Why do Ford cam phasers fail? Originally Ford added the cam phasers into their engines to help with gas mileage, and they succeeded.
When did Ford add variable cam phasers to trucks?
Ford included all the latest technologies into the 4.6, 5.4 and 6.8 liter modular motors, and when they produced the three valve cylinder head in 2004, they added variable cam timing. If you have a 2004 to 2008 gas powered truck that makes a noise like an old diesel at idle, the hydraulic cam phasers may have gone bad.
