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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+

Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Component Testing & Diagnosis -> Heater Core Pressure Test
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Ranger 3.0 V6 GAS

Heater Core Pressure Test

  • Drain coolant from cooling system, then disconnect water hoses from heater core tubes and install a short piece of heater water hose approximately four inches in length on each tube.
  • Prepare heater core as follows:
    • Fill heater core and water hoses with water, then install plug tool No. BT-7422-B, or equivalent, in one hose end and adapter tool No. BT-7422-A from Rotunda Radiator/Heater Core Pressure Tester tool No. 021-00012, or equivalent, into other end.
    • Secure hoses, plug and adapter with hose cl...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace -> Aviator -> E-Series -> Escape & Mariner -> Excursion, F-Super Duty & Motorhome -> Expedition & Navigator -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Explorer Sport/Sport Trac -> F-150 & Mark LT -> F-250/350 w/2WD -> F-250/350 w/4WD & F-450/550 -> Freestar & Monterey -> Front -> Installation -> Motorhome -> Ranger -> Rear -> Removal
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Ranger XLT 2.3 L4 GAS

Aviator

Front
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front tire and wheel assemblies.
  • Remove front brake components in sequence, Fig. .
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Rear

Refer to Fig. and remove rear brake components in sequence listed.

Escape & Mariner

  • Remove disc brake caliper and anchor plate as outlined in .
  • Remove rotor
  • Reverse Procedure to install. Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification.

E-Series

Front

Refer to Figs. through and remove components in sequence listed.

Rear
Removal
  • Remove disc brake caliper, refer to .
  • Remove axle shafts.
  • Lift lock washer tab from slot in outer lock nut, Fig...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1997-06 Ranger
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Ranger XL 3.0 V6 GAS

The inertia switch is...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger 2.9 V6 GAS

Single Cardan, Slip Yoke

Disassemble

Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube. If components are not marked and installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.

  • Index-mark the shaft components.
  • Remove and discard all four snap rings.
  • Clamp bearing cup removal tool No. 205-086 or equivalent in a vise.
  • If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup t...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Relearn Procedures -> TPMS Sensor Activation -> TPMS Sensor Training
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Ranger Sport 4.0 V6 GAS

TPMS Sensor Activation

To conserve battery power, the TPMS sensors will go into a sleep mode after approximately 30 minutes of inactivity. The sensors will not transmit tire pressure information while in sleep mode. The sensors must be activated to transmit the latest tire pressure information.

  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Position Ford TPMS activation tool, or equivalent, against the LF tire side wall 180° from the valve stem.
  • The TPMS activation tool will flash a green light and sound a beep for each successful response from a TPMS sensor.
  • Press the TPMS activat...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Ranger FX4 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove bolts from starter, then lower starter motor.
  • Remove wiring protective cap, then wiring nuts and wiring.
  • Remove starter motor from vehicle from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to i...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Ranger Sport 4.0 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1994 Ford Ranger 2.3 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump connection.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump connection and from vehicle.
  • Reverse proc...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Ranger FX4 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove air cleaner outlet tube.
  • Rotate tensioner by turning counterclockwis...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Door, Without Power Equipment Diagram for 2004 Ford Ranger  4.0 V6 GASFront Door, Without Power Equipment Diagram for 2004 Ford Ranger 4.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Speaker
  • Door Ajar Switch
  • Connector C-602
  • Connector C-612
  • Connector C-523
  • Fuel Tank And Lines Diagram for 2006 Ford Ranger XLT 3.0 V6 GASFuel Tank And Lines Diagram for 2006 Ford Ranger XLT 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Tank
  • Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch
  • Fuel Filter
  • Fuel Pump And Sender Assembly
  • Fuel Tank Pipe Assembly
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Ford Ranger  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Ford Ranger 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • PCM Power Relay
  • 1997 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • LH/RH Power Lumbar Motor
  • LH/RH Power Lumbar Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BRAKES/FRONT DISC - POP/CLUNK DURING BRAKING/VIB
    Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger 2.3 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Brakes, Power Brakes, Traction Control
  • Document: SPECIAL TOOL - REAR MAIN OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT
    Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Ford Ranger cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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