Pinging

Blwn&Strkd · 10-11-2006, 10:47 AM

I have a 2000 v6 that will not stop pinging. I replaced the fuel filter, put a K&N, cleaned the injectors and throttle body and recently replaced the MAF. I have also started using 93 octane gas but the car will not stop pinging. Is there anything else I can do? I also had one of the Firestone "pinging treatments" performed to release any build up. Thanks in advance.

**bighoss88lx** · 10-11-2006, 07:55 PM

I have seen this problem a lot lately on the 99-03 3.8's with a lot of miles on the clock. Worn valve springs are the cause and usually a complete valve job along with new springs fix the problem.

But you may want to take it in for diagnostics to make sure there isnt a problem with the timing control.

10-11-2006, 10:47 AM	#1
Blwn&Strkd Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 8 Trader Rating: (0)	Pinging I have a 2000 v6 that will not stop pinging. I replaced the fuel filter, put a K&N, cleaned the injectors and throttle body and recently replaced the MAF. I have also started using 93 octane gas but the car will not stop pinging. Is there anything else I can do? I also had one of the Firestone "pinging treatments" performed to release any build up. Thanks in advance.

10-11-2006, 07:55 PM	#2
bighoss88lx Killing is my Business...And Business is Good! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Elmendorf, Tejas Posts: 5,949 Trader Rating: (1)	I have seen this problem a lot lately on the 99-03 3.8's with a lot of miles on the clock. Worn valve springs are the cause and usually a complete valve job along with new springs fix the problem. But you may want to take it in for diagnostics to make sure there isnt a problem with the timing control. __________________ 1988 Mustang LX

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