Symptom | Possible Sources | Action |
Excessive intake air noise | * Detached air cleaner hose(s). | * CHECK the hose(s) for security and leaks to atmosphere. INSTALL new intake air components as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. |
Oil in the air intake system | * Blocked or damaged positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve. * Blocked or damaged PCV pipe(s)/hose(s). * Blocked or damaged crankcase vent oil separator. | * REFER to: (303-08B Engine Emission Control - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.3L Duratec-HE (MI4)) Engine Emission Control (Diagnosis and Testing), Engine Emission Control (Diagnosis and Testing). |
Water in the air cleaner | * Air cleaner intake pipe. | * CHECK the air cleaner intake pipe for correct installation and alignment. REPAIR/INSTALL the air cleaner intake pipe as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. |
* Blocked air cleaner drain. | * CHECK the air cleaner drain for blockage. TEST the system for normal operation. |
Engine lacks power | * Air cleaner element blocked. | * INSPECT the air cleaner for signs of blockage. INSTALL a new air cleaner element as necessary. |
* Fuel charging and controls | * REFER to: (303-04B Fuel Charging and Controls - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.3L Duratec-HE (MI4)) Fuel Charging and Controls (Diagnosis and Testing), Fuel Charging and Controls (Diagnosis and Testing). |