2004 Ford Ranger engine performance

2004 FORD RANGER
51,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KYLEP2
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Engine will bog down at 30k rpm in park and neutral but not while in drive. Is this a computer generated function or is it an early sign of a problem?
Feb 1, 2008 at 1:23 AM
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FLEXY5
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Yes, it is a rev limiter--part of the compuer programming. Only happens when not in gear. When in gear it changes to a higher RPM (4500 I think).
Dave
Feb 1, 2008 at 1:33 AM
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