1990 Ford CLT9000

1990 Ford CLT9000

The 1990 Ford CLT9000 is a medium-duty commercial truck. It was available with a variety of engine and transmission options, including:

• Engine: 7.5L V8 (190 hp, 370 lb-ft)
• Transmission: 5-speed manual

Engine

• 7.5L V8
  • Blown head gasket
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaking, white smoke from exhaust, overheating
    • Solution: Replace head gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Intake manifold gasket failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leak, rough idle, loss of power
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Valve train noise
    • Description/Symptoms: Tapping or ticking noise from engine
    • Solution: Adjust valve lash or replace valve lifters
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 5-speed manual
  • Clutch failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, slipping gears, burning smell
    • Solution: Replace clutch
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Transmission noise
    • Description/Symptoms: Whining or grinding noise from transmission
    • Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

* No Issues Found

Electrical

* **Alternator failure**
    * Description/Symptoms: Dim headlights, flickering lights, battery not charging
    * Solution: Replace alternator
    * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700+
    * Recalls: None Found
* **Battery failure**
    * Description/Symptoms: Vehicle will not start, slow cranking
    * Solution: Replace battery
    * Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
    * Recalls: None Found

Exterior

* No Issues Found

Interior

• Instrument cluster failure * Description/Symptoms: Gauges not working, warning lights not illuminating * Solution: Replace instrument cluster * Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 * Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 1990 Ford CLT9000 has a few common issues, but overall it is a reliable truck. The most severe and expensive issue is a blown head gasket, which can cost over $2,000 to repair. However, most other issues are relatively minor and can be repaired for less than $1,000.