2.2 TDCi Duratorq Puma (ZSD-422)
Ford · 2.2 TDCi Duratorq (Puma)
2004–2021
"Ford's own 2.2 diesel with a timing chain, used in the Transit and Transit Custom, the Ranger T6, the Mondeo Mk3 2.2 TDCi and the Peugeot Boxer / Citroen Jumper. Tough and simple, but 2006-2010 engines had troublesome Delphi injectors, the Ranger's variable oil pump and EGR cooler can wreck the engine if ignored, and the DPF dilutes the oil on short runs. Check the coolant level and service history."
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Known Issues 6
Delphi injector faults (2006-2010) - hunting idle, piston damage
▸Fluctuating idle with no fault codes, rough running, smoke; in the worst case a knocking engine from a damaged piston
Ford fitted Delphi injectors from January 2006 to October 2010. Faulty injectors caused hunting idle on the Transit 2.2 TDCi 115; owners of rarely used campers report rusted injector tips spraying badly and damaging pistons, and Ford later supplied a modified injector. Euro 5 engines switched to Bosch injectors.
Vans and campers that stand for months are most at risk. No Greek-specific data found.
EGR cooler internal coolant leak (Ranger)
▸Coolant level dropping with no visible leak, white exhaust smoke, milky residue in the oil
On the Ranger T6 the EGR cooler can crack internally and let coolant into the engine, which can damage it. Owners fit low-coolant alarms or replace the cooler. No reliable cost or mileage found.
Greek summer heat and towing raise cooling-system load. Check the coolant level weekly. No Greek-specific data found.
Oil pump failure or loss of prime (Ranger) - engine damage risk
▸Oil pressure light that stays on after start, start-up rattle, low oil pressure after an oil change
The Ranger T6 2.2 and 3.2 use a variable-displacement oil pump; buyer guides report pump and pump-drive failures (pre-2015 drive chain) and loss of prime when the sump is left drained, which can starve the engine. Common fix is a gear-driven pump. How common it is is not established.
Popular work truck in Greece. Ask for proof the oil pump or its drive was checked or replaced. No Greek-specific data found.
DPF fuel dilution - rising oil level
▸Oil level rising on the dipstick, DPF warning light, frequent regenerations
On 2.2 TDCi engines with a DPF (from 2008), fuel from regeneration contaminates the engine oil and the level rises; low-grade fuel and biodiesel above 5 percent make it worse.
Short city runs make it worse. Check the dipstick and change the oil on time. No Greek-specific data found.
EGR valve faults
▸Black smoke, lumpy idle, EGR fault codes that return after replacement
Occasional EGR valve faults on the Transit 2.2 TDCi; replacement valves often keep throwing codes when the wrong valve variant is fitted, the connectors are corroded or the ECU is not updated.
Use the correct valve variant and have the ECU updated. No Greek-specific data found.
Crankshaft damper pulley failure (Transit)
▸Noise and vibration at the front of the engine, battery warning light, power-steering belt damaged or thrown
On the front-wheel-drive Transit 2.2 TDCi, water and road debris get into the vibration-damper crankshaft pulley, which wears and wrecks the auxiliary belt. Fix: new pulley and belts, and a splash guard.
Wet and dusty roads speed it up. No Greek-specific data found.
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Is the Ford 2.2 TDCi Duratorq Puma (ZSD-422) reliable?
The Ford 2.2 TDCi Duratorq Puma (ZSD-422) scores 64/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 6 documented issues with total repair costs between €0 and €0.
What are the common problems with the 2.2 TDCi Duratorq Puma (ZSD-422)?
The most common issues are:
- Delphi injector faults (2006-2010) - hunting idle, piston damage — high, repair cost N/A–N/A, N/A–N/A
- EGR cooler internal coolant leak (Ranger) — high, repair cost N/A–N/A, N/A–N/A
- Oil pump failure or loss of prime (Ranger) - engine damage risk — high, repair cost N/A–N/A, N/A–N/A
- DPF fuel dilution - rising oil level — moderate, repair cost N/A–N/A, N/A–N/A
- EGR valve faults — minor, repair cost N/A–N/A, N/A–N/A
What cars use the Ford 2.2 TDCi Duratorq Puma (ZSD-422)?
How much does it cost to repair the 2.2 TDCi Duratorq Puma (ZSD-422)?
Total potential repair costs for all 6 known issues range from €0 to €0.
What years was the 2.2 TDCi Duratorq Puma (ZSD-422) produced?
The Ford 2.2 TDCi Duratorq Puma (ZSD-422) was produced from 2004 to 2021. It is a 2198cc I4 diesel engine.
Scores are calculated from documented issues, repair costs, and failure patterns across thousands of owner reports and technical sources. Learn about our methodology. Always inspect before you buy.