localboy
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- C Dory Year
- 2007
- C Dory Model
- 25 Cruiser
- Vessel Name
- 'Au Kai (Ocean Traveler)
I have a 2005 F-250 SD tow vehicle for the boat. About a month ago the check engine light activated and the truck began running lousy; difficult [cold] starts, rough idle, no power etc. Then the light went off and she returned to her normal running. Then the light came on again...began running rough...this continued a few more times. I finally took it to the dealer.
They read the code; the fuel injection control module is slowly circling the drain. From various web sites and research this is a pretty common issue on the 6.0 liter diesels used in various 2003-2007 model Ford diesels. Problem is caused by low battery power, bad charging system etc especially in cold weather. The glow plug takes a large voltage to activate. My batteries had died last winter and were replaced w/ new Interstate models, but as soon as it got cold here, the issue surfaced.
Well the dealer wanted $1261.00 p/l. :shock: :x :evil: Needless to say I began looking. The replacement is a pretty simple procedure and I found a website that repairs them for $325. http://circuitboardmedics.com/6-0-ficm-repairs/
I'm removing mine and sending it out. More to follow.
They read the code; the fuel injection control module is slowly circling the drain. From various web sites and research this is a pretty common issue on the 6.0 liter diesels used in various 2003-2007 model Ford diesels. Problem is caused by low battery power, bad charging system etc especially in cold weather. The glow plug takes a large voltage to activate. My batteries had died last winter and were replaced w/ new Interstate models, but as soon as it got cold here, the issue surfaced.
Well the dealer wanted $1261.00 p/l. :shock: :x :evil: Needless to say I began looking. The replacement is a pretty simple procedure and I found a website that repairs them for $325. http://circuitboardmedics.com/6-0-ficm-repairs/
I'm removing mine and sending it out. More to follow.