Loss of power

222,000 MILES • 7.3L • V8 • TURBO • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHN HENRY,JR.
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My engine revs, it doesn't shift like it was and it is not getting up to speed like it was. It stutters and bogs and has a burning smell to it. please help
Oct 28, 2019 at 12:56 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Hi,

We need to check and see if there are any codes. There a number of things that can cause this but I attached a repair that is pretty common depending on the DTCs. If you don't have a scan tool then most parts stores can pull them free of charge.

This guide will help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Let me know what you find and we can go from there. Thanks
Oct 29, 2019 at 10:36 AM
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JOHN HENRY,JR.
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I was finally able to get a scanner on it p0231 p0470 p0478 are what is coming up I replaced the ipr and back pressure sensor. Also replaced the fuse that was blown now it won't even start. Cranks over but wont start.
Oct 30, 2019 at 10:14 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Hi,

I attached the info for the P0231. Check the inertia switch and make sure it is not tripped. Then run though this diagram and I am sure you will find why it is not starting.
Oct 31, 2019 at 10:34 AM
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JOHN HENRY,JR.
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So I replaced the relay also the back pressure exhaust sensor and the tube. I also replaced the ICP and the pigtail that goes with it and still nothing. now it wont even turn over.
Nov 5, 2019 at 8:38 AM
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KASEKENNY
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You mean you did all this and now the engine won't start? If this is the case, there has to be something that you touched is either not connected or not right. Are you able to pull codes again? If you have an open circuit code for one of these then that will point us in the right direction.
Nov 5, 2019 at 10:58 AM
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