Hello all,
I’ve been noticing in the 14,500 miles I’ve had my ‘21 Ranger, there seems to be a fuel dilution “issue”. Whether it’s an issue or not, I’m not sure. My engine remains quiet, but I have noticed since my last oil change (~1,800 miles, mostly freeway or back, country roads) that the amount of fuel has seemingly increased. Real or perceived, I have no clue but it is now above the full line and above the top hole on the dipstick, indicating maybe upwards of as much as an extra .5 quarts in the sump. I’m thinking right around .3 extra.
I have it scheduled to be taken in for the dealer to look at it next week, but I’m curious if anyone has anything/articles/recalls they can provide me with. The service advisor was excellent, even saying with my daily round trip at 80 miles on mostly freeway, easy on the gas, he’s never heard of this happening. He mentioned short-tripping, but my short trips are 15-20 miles and my long drives can be upwards of 340 miles down through VA.
I appreciate any help and guidance. I am aware that DGI/turbo’s can have some fuel dilution issues, but this seems excessive with my driving pattern.
I’ve been noticing in the 14,500 miles I’ve had my ‘21 Ranger, there seems to be a fuel dilution “issue”. Whether it’s an issue or not, I’m not sure. My engine remains quiet, but I have noticed since my last oil change (~1,800 miles, mostly freeway or back, country roads) that the amount of fuel has seemingly increased. Real or perceived, I have no clue but it is now above the full line and above the top hole on the dipstick, indicating maybe upwards of as much as an extra .5 quarts in the sump. I’m thinking right around .3 extra.
I have it scheduled to be taken in for the dealer to look at it next week, but I’m curious if anyone has anything/articles/recalls they can provide me with. The service advisor was excellent, even saying with my daily round trip at 80 miles on mostly freeway, easy on the gas, he’s never heard of this happening. He mentioned short-tripping, but my short trips are 15-20 miles and my long drives can be upwards of 340 miles down through VA.
I appreciate any help and guidance. I am aware that DGI/turbo’s can have some fuel dilution issues, but this seems excessive with my driving pattern.