I have a 1984 Ranger with a 2.2 diesel. I had the steering column replace by I friend and now I'm having issues with engine dyeing when i turn the turn signal to go right and when I turn high beams on.
Any help appreciated

Thanks

 

Welcome to the forum

That's an odd one

Clearly an electrical issue not engine issue, which is good since I know very little about the 2.2l Ranger diesel system

To shut off a diesel engine you shut off the fuel flow, not sure on the 2.2l, could be electric fuel pump and/or electric injectors, or even an electric fuel valve
Older diesels use mechanical pumps and mechanical injectors(like a distributor but for fuel not spark)

This fuel flow would be turned on and off by ignition switch that's UNDER the steering column
So that is were I would start

Also check Battery Voltage first, at rest(key off)
And then check it with engine running, should be 1.5 to 2volts higher with engine running, if not alternator(charging system) is not working, so drawing any power for lights is shutting system down


I would see if you can get this book: https://www.ebay.com/itm/36053484721...Cclp%3A2499334

This is the EVTM for 1984 Ford Ranger sent out to ALL Ford dealer shops in 1983 so they could work on the new 1984 model Rangers
$17 and worth its weight in gold for someone with a 1984 Ranger or BII

It says its for 2.8l but...............these always had all engines and all options included for their model year, in this case 1984
Table of contents lists GLOW PLUGS, Gauges(diesel) and Grounds(diesel) so it should have all 2.2l Diesel electric diagrams
This book is just for the electrics and vacuum not for mechanical issues

 

Thanks for the info i will check some stuff tomorrow and also order the book

 

I found the issue, the big white plug had a little movement and would shut down when i would move it so took zip ties and wrapped around it. Been running fine for a day

 

Thanks for the update and the "fix"

Although "big white plug" might be specific to your vehicle

 

the plug to the right of the key switch. i took this before the fix, you can see how its loose on the left of the plug.