I just have a question I have a 2000 Ford ranger and I've put my fifth power steering pump and no matter what I do it screams loud and I can't get it to go away any opinions anybody thanks in advance
I own a 2001 Ranger with the 2.5 I’ve had it since 124,000 and it’s got 207,000 miles on it now and I’ve never had an issue with it. I have the manual transmission, I keep mine maintained. I’ve got an 89 Ranger with 307,000 never had an issue with it either..key is routine maintenance.
I got 4 things to do on my 03' Ranger. 1. Front main seal 2. Leaf spring shackle/bushing 3. Engine mounts 4. Power steering pump leak. And it has 453k miles on it.
Same 188k miles 98 Ford ranger 4x4 so got to fix the power steering and 4x4 changed the starter owner said it was starting not to work so got to it ASAP
Original owner of a 1994 Ranger 4x4, 4.0L--has little over 240,000 miles as of July 2021. Basically, rebuilding my Ranger piece by piece with the cost of new cars/trucks today. Already replaced the power steering gear box/seals, and master brake cylinder. The shop did those repairs. Manual transmission holding up--replace the clutch/slave cylinder regularly. This summer just finished doing a major tune-up. Alternator and starter replaced several years ago. BUT now have lots of maintenance projects to do this year--water pump, brakes, bearings, ball joints--that need replacement. AND videos like this are worth their weight in gold! :)
My 2001 Ford Ranger Edge 4x4 is still going strong with 377,000+ miles. The 4.0 L engine has been a work horse with no issues. Bought it used in 2003. Had to change out a starter and alternator but other than that it's been good to go. The Michigan winters have done a number on the old boy after all these years, but ill keep it going till he doesn't want to go any longer. Great informative Video. Love the content.:-)
Excellent video. I bought a 2009 Ranger and spent $6,000 for maintenance upgrades. Runs good now, but wonder if my mechanic knows as much as this lady. Informative and well done.
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Incredible video! So thorough and such good explanation and walk-through of easy to fix yet important maintenance work. I just bought an 09 Ranger with 87k miles and I know I'm going to have to replace the fluids. Now I know exactly where to look and what to expect. Sue does such a good job!!
Just an outstanding piece of work here. Great pace, very well lighted and filmed and topped by a likeable, highly knowledgeable talent. Very good video.
I have a 2000 Ranger with 2.5,4cly . 270,000 miles and so far still uses 5w30 ! Never been in the shop except for timing belts and tune ups! I bought it new .
Things I had issues with on my high mileage manual '07 4.0 Ranger: 1. Plastic thermostat housing began leaking like crazy. Replaced with aftermarket diecast aluminum one. 2. Both rear axle seals began leaking like crazy. Had to pull axle rods to replace. 3. Front diiferential pinion seal began leaking like crazy. Fairly easy fix with the right tools. Other things ive replaced: spark plugs, fuel injectors, fuel pump, starter, door handles (they snapped off in the cold. replaced with steel ones), coil packs and cables, starter. I have also fully deleted the A/C system and use a shorter serpentine belt. Also note, the starters on these trucks on the 4x4 manual models are kind of a nightmare to change. You have to bring the starter out through the engine bay by disconnecting the driveshaft U-joint to make it squeeze through. It will fit through the bottom of the truck past the frame but if you try to do it the wrong way you could get it jammed in there and you will really be screaming.
Sure glad you mentioned the dreaded "cam synchronizer" chriping. I replaced new belts, tensioner and idler. The chirping still ALIVE! A few years back, I replace new clutch and rebuilt the transmission. I might have some dirty spot or have some fork sticking out, it is a 4X4. Got tired of the dreaded chirping, removed the the drive lines and T-case, Y pipe and off the tranny. I decided to give a new clutch kit, installed and got everything back together. THE FRICKING CHIRPING still ALIVE! Last weekend, decided to replace the leaky driver side vale cover. Interesting, the INTAKE had to come off. What a great time to check on the "CAM SYNCRONIZER", it was a paint to get it off (5.5mm or 7/32" at Home Depot). Squirted some oil between the pointer and let the oil sipped down the engine. THE CHIRPING IS DEAD! THANK A MILLION, SUE!
As a woman looking into buying a Ranger, ohhh, how I'd love to have a Sue in my life to guide me through all these mechanical aspects! Thank you for such a great video, I really wish Sue lived here in BC, Canada and would become my mentor :D so, so great to see a woman who knows all this stuff and can share it with such ease!
I bought a 2004 4.0L 4x4 new and it’s been the best truck I’ve ever owned. I’ve towed dang near everything; horses, welding machines etc. it’s been my work truck/daily driver and at yr 2020
Thanks for the video. I recently picked up a 2002 2wd with 249k miles that is in great shape, no rust. My next task will probably be replacing front and back suspension parts.
Wow I am impressed with the walk around inspection. Very glad I found this video. Thank you for making it. I bought a 1999 Ford Ranger last year and this video will be very helpful in my maintenance procedures and log records.
Got a 03 130k auto and was about to be scrapped. Bought for $300 & after plugs, wires, maf and map sensor runs great. engine light still on and has minor putting while at traffic light. Runs smooth and clean now but thanks to your info I will check fuel filter, O2 wiring and also never did PVC either. Thanks for pointers
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I am an older guy and a mechanic also. That is one of the first things I do when I buy a used vehicle. Change all the fluids, that way I have a positive starting point from which to work.
I bought a 2003 Ranger FX4 with a 4.0L SOHC and a manual transmission with 209k a little over two years ago. So far I have replaced the door stops on the driver's side rear half-door, the tie rod ends, oil pan, thermostat housing, transfer case shift motor, and shocks. It now has 225k miles on it and is going strong. It's always had a bit of a rattle when going down the road and has always made a random tick noise when it is revved up (doesn't speed up with the RPM increase). Getting new front wheel bearings this week. I have to say that I am surprised at how few issues it has given me, and I don't treat it gently. As a note, the 4.0 motor has been known to be prone to timing chain guide failures. My own truck had bits of a timing chain cassette in the oil pan, presumably from a previous failure. They are not easy to replace either, and can cause critical engine failure.
My ranger is still young, 1997 with only 201000 miles. Runs like it just rolled off the dealer lot though. Doesn't burn oil, shifts smooth, no knocks or other bad sounds. 2.3 5 speed manual.
I own a 1995 4.0 v6 ford ranger, she stopped counting at 146k about 9 years ago when my grandpa bought her, she’s my daily driver now and it’s still going real well
I have a high mileage ranger and these problems you pointed out i have had for over ten years now and she still drives, never let me down.I fix them when they break thats the ranger rule
'04 Ranger Edge bought last year with 112K. Had some work done on the back end with brakes; had the O2 sensors replaced, and she runs great now at 118K. Still has a very slow oil leak, soon to be remedied. So many gaskets...
Had a power steering flush, transmission flush, intake cleaning, and lubrication of joints. Scheduled for oil pan gasket and flywheel gasket replacements; should run like new after these last maintenance oversights from previous owners. Very excited!
Thanks Sue for a great video. Just bought a 2000 Ranger XLT extended cab 2WD with 78k miles. Mostly driven in California so no Chicago rust. I plan on following this video step by step to get my Ranger in good mechanical shape. It runs good but I want to change what needs changing and get it in routine maintenance mode. Want to Fluid Film the underside as now it in Chicago area an I want to keep it rust free.Thanks again.
This lady speaks with so much passion and precision. She is cute too, that was an awesome video. Is there a series on restoring a ford ranger of this vintage??? I wonder if this lady could oblige us with one. Bravo, the best video of the year by miles and miles!!!!
We own a 2011 Ranger XLT super cab 4X4 with a 4.0 V6 A/T, 3.55 LSD with only 34K miles. I change the oil every 4K miles with Mobile 1 full synthetic. I also change the front and rear differential, transfer case and transmission fluid every 30K miles. I’m a maintenance freak. I guess that’s why I get at least 250K miles from all 3 of our Ranger’s. Our current Ranger is our 4th one. If you maintain your Ranger regularly, they will serve you well
this was super helpful! I'm looking at buying a '98 ranger and I've taken a bunch of notes from this on stuff to keep an eye out for before I spring for it. Thanks!
This video is a great guide to get my Ranger to 400k. My 98 has 275k miles. The engine was replaced at 50k by Ford, but everything else is holding up well. Except for the engine mounts which I'm replacing this week.
I've owned my 2000 Ranger, 4 cylinder (with 8 spark plugs), 5 speed XLT truck since 2003 which now has over 233k miles. As the 3rd owner, I paid $3,500 for it, no interest or fees, a friend sold it to me after he repossessed it from a 6 ft tall guy who wrecked it and wrecked some of the interrior, which is why it pulls to the right slightly. I've replaced the radiator, the starter and other things twice and replaced once everything else but the motor. Two front end and one rear jobs. Started rusting a few years ago. Having no truck payments for over 20 years has greatly helped me to save more American toilet paper aka fiat aka US dollars, which I've utilized for retirement. So, Thanks Ford!
I just bought a high milage 1999 ford ranger 280000 miles..but it runs super smooth and strong and clean...i think it might have been engine rebuilt..i hope ..engine is clean as hell...
The real danger with moisture in the brake fluid is, under hard braking, the moisture can turn to steam and you have no brakes and yet when they cool down the brakes are fine. I have had it happen to me and a friend of mine peeled 4 tires off the rims coming down off a ski field because of that.
Nice to see you again! :-) I'd love to enjoy such a video about 1998-2007 mk1 Ford Focus. Mine is a 1.8Zetec version from 2002. I love your timing belt replacement in depth video about Focus Zetec. :-) Greetings from Europe!
I have a 2000 ranger. Runs well. Some front suspension parts are worn out. I'll get to it. All fluids in the truck have been changed out. Good truck and video. From Sacramento
Good info. You want to put some 90 wt oil on your shackles and the trany lines under the plastic lower cover will rot. replace with a longer rubber hose to radiator.
I've got a 2001 Ranger EDGE 4x4 with the 3.0L and it's currently got over 230,000 miles on it. The only major issues I've had is at around 210,000 it started to develop a misfire at idle that only occurred after the engine warmed up. Turned out to be valve recession in the cylinder head on the driver side, so I installed two brand new heads. Now it's developed a bad oil leak from the rear main seal, so I'll be pulling the transmission soon to fix that.
great Vid, makes me want too jump outside check and see if I have a number 6 on my ford XLT 95 spark plugs, speedom stopped working at 136k, bought the truck for 1600$ did have to replace clutch & slave tho, been working on getting the AC working again has a slow leak in the system replaced all the ac lines due to dry rot ,going to run dye in the system see where my coolant leak is bet it's my Evap,it's a clean truck has not left me stranded so Im Happy with it...Again enjoyed the vid...ty...
These are very strong trucks, even when you do everything you can to kill them it seems. Ive almost never pulled a part from anything that had less than 200k at the time of death. Mine has always made it home. Its been slammed into everything you can think of, pushed and pulled out, and ot just never stops. Even got rammed into from behind going uphill by a 94 Toyota land cruiser when i was in reverse. A little driving and the manual transmission worked out the details and it has never been looked at since (about 15k miles ago).
Really good video. Only thing to add would be cost of some other repairs if needed. This is important because replacing a Ranger throw out bearing requires dropping the transmission, replacing the valve cover gasket requires removing the intake manifold. It would useful to find out if other brands or models have the same design flaws that Ford Ranger seems to have.
There are a few of us old-timers who have heard of running kerosene, or diesel fuel through a high mileage engine to clean out all the old contaminants throughout the block. Is this a safe option? Did I say drain the engine oil first?
I have owned a 2000 Mazda B4000 with a manual transmission for 4 years, and it has almost 470k km on it. I have replaced the clutch (master cylinder, slave cylinder, friction plate, and lines), all brake lines, serpentine belt and belt tension arm, coil pack, and fuel filler spout, front drive shaft, heater control valve, and shocks all around. I've had all of the fluids replaced at least once, and it gets regular oil changes. 6 months a year, I have put on about 1000 km per week, it's my daily driver, and it's rarely let me down.
What's wrong with having the original plug wires? My 98 has the original wires, and with 330K miles on it, they still 'spec' good, and it still runs like new.
Awesome video! I own a 2007 4.0 4x4 automatic. This truck is literally the same I have. Going to use this video for reference when I do some repairs forsure. Thank you for uploading!
I just bought a Ford ranger 1999 with 200k miles on it. So thanks a lot for this video i just subscribed like. So i can come back for another video. But im waiting for a second video and see how iy looks after you did the repairs.
I have a 2004 Ranger Edge I bought new. It has 33,000 miles on it. I'm retired and don't go very many places very often. Every 3 or 4 weeks to the grocery store or doctor appointment, etc. I put about 200-250 miles on it a year. I had the fuel pump replaced last year when it left me stranded. Sway bar links were shot and clunking, so I replaced them myself last year, too. With only 33,000 miles, I was surprised to find the ball joints squeaking and clunking. I bought new upper control arms with new ball joints and bushings and new lower ball joints. I haven't put them on yet. I'll replace the brake pads, too, when I do that job since they are original and getting a little thin. I'm 70 years old and really not eager to jack it up and crawl under it, but the fuel pump set me back almost $800 (including the tow truck,) so I'll have to do that job myself when I get psyched up to do it. Wasn't too happy about the fuel pump and suspension parts being worn out on such a low mileage vehicle, but it is what it is. Otherwise I'm still happy with the truck. I recommend other Ranger owners to check the drains at the bottoms of the doors for blockage. I heard sloshing and checked and the drains were clogged, trapping a couple gallons of water in the doors. I was finding the battery was weak from sitting so long, so I put a 20 watt solar panel in the bed hooked to a small controller and plugged into my cigarette lighter. I hung the controller on the back of the seat so I can see it from the kitchen window. If I see a green light, the battery is fully charged. No more dead battery and haven't had to replace it in six years.
Thanks Sue! I bought a 2000 Mazda B2500 SX in Feb 2020. And haven’t really touched it other than an oil change and replace the battery and wipers. So going to use this video as reference once all this snow melts for #snowmageddon2022.
Bought-new 185k mile 2003 FX4 OR here. When looking at the brakes, I'd recommend looking at not only the rubber brake lines but also the metal ones. My originals corroded at the fitting on top of the rear diff. Luckily it let go on the driveway. The short rear e-brake cable also rusted where it rubbed on the frame. After brakes, shocks, and a front suspension rebuild, I should start calling it the 1A Auto Mobile. Rear springs are next to try correcting the Ranger Lean. 👍
I have a ‘98 2.5L 5 speed bought used in 2003 with 62k on it. It has 215,000 on it now. Changed the oil (rotella 15w-40) every 3k Changed the transmission oil every 30k with Mercon Changed the differential oil twice now Changed timing and serpentine belt Changed spark plugs and wires (this was hard) Ball joints Brake pads, drums brakes The only thing of significance that failed was the alternator but I was able to limp it home driving in a rpm band where it worked (thank god for manual tranny) I think it has a vacumn line issue because when I , AC blows through the windshield vents….dont feel like dealing with it The cab leaks in the rain. The check engine light is on but I’m not worried about it since it’s a 25 year old vehicle and exempt from emission requirements. It’s been the most reliable vehicle I’ve owned.
Always a risk buying older vehicles. Most people run them until they start showing problems and then sell. Change all the fluids. Diff and trans. Tune up. Should serve you for a long time after a nice tune up.
My 2001 B3000 is about to be on its 3rd timing cover gasket at only 185k miles. Seems to plague the Ford 3.0 Vulcan, must be poor design. Other than that it continues to run great
Good overview on the basics to check when purchasing any older vehicle - this stuff doesn’t apply only to Rangers! On a side note, am I the only one here who can envision this lady dropping f-bombs at a Red Sox game……??? 😂
the thermostat housing goes bad too, mine died at about 140K, not too tough to replace. One tie rod, Had to replace the front hub twice also, one was crappy parts from the first replacement though. My 2003 FX4 Level II has been a great truck, have pulled a 3700 lbs trailor with two bikes in back. It's maxed out but the Ranger handles it. Added airbags in the rear. Truck has 153K now, just changed the oil and did the third trans service today. Oh yeah, have had issues with noisy rear end. think it was off from day one. Replaced the bearings and set the bakclash but one of the bearings wasn't set properly and it's got a whine at certain times. Setting the backlash is a pain in the balls.
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I just have a question I have a 2000 Ford ranger and I've put my fifth power steering pump and no matter what I do it screams loud and I can't get it to go away any opinions anybody thanks in advance
So I take it this video really helpful for 97 below, but it is good basic mechanic knowledge
It is stock !?
As a young female mechanic with my first 5 speed ranger edge it made my day to come across this vid. Thank you you e been a breathe of fresh air!
I own a 2001 Ranger with the 2.5 I’ve had it since 124,000 and it’s got 207,000 miles on it now and I’ve never had an issue with it. I have the manual transmission, I keep mine maintained. I’ve got an 89 Ranger with 307,000 never had an issue with it either..key is routine maintenance.
+Charlie's Corner Thanks for the feedback!
I got 4 things to do on my 03' Ranger.
1. Front main seal
2. Leaf spring shackle/bushing
3. Engine mounts
4. Power steering pump leak.
And it has 453k miles on it.
Wow, original engine?
As a mechanic myself everything she did and said is true, and is the exact same thing I would check. Great video 👍
I just bought a high mileage ranger so this video is perfect for me.
How many miles are on your ranger?
@@Mr.Mikey.Holiday 183k
@@Jsquad091 mine got 212k 1997 4.0 pushrod
Same 188k miles 98 Ford ranger 4x4 so got to fix the power steering and 4x4 changed the starter owner said it was starting not to work so got to it ASAP
And here ive been so upset that my 2003 edge plus is about to tap 60k miles hahaha
Original owner of a 1994 Ranger 4x4, 4.0L--has little over 240,000 miles as of July 2021. Basically, rebuilding my Ranger piece by piece with the cost of new cars/trucks today. Already replaced the power steering gear box/seals, and master brake cylinder. The shop did those repairs. Manual transmission holding up--replace the clutch/slave cylinder regularly. This summer just finished doing a major tune-up. Alternator and starter replaced several years ago. BUT now have lots of maintenance projects to do this year--water pump, brakes, bearings, ball joints--that need replacement. AND videos like this are worth their weight in gold! :)
My 2001 Ford Ranger Edge 4x4 is still going strong with 377,000+ miles. The 4.0 L engine has been a work horse with no issues. Bought it used in 2003. Had to change out a starter and alternator but other than that it's been good to go. The Michigan winters have done a number on the old boy after all these years, but ill keep it going till he doesn't want to go any longer. Great informative Video. Love the content.:-)
Excellent video. I bought a 2009 Ranger and spent $6,000 for maintenance upgrades. Runs good now, but wonder if my mechanic knows as much as this lady. Informative and well done.
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Please video all of your projects for us Ranger owners. You’re the best.
Incredible video! So thorough and such good explanation and walk-through of easy to fix yet important maintenance work. I just bought an 09 Ranger with 87k miles and I know I'm going to have to replace the fluids. Now I know exactly where to look and what to expect. Sue does such a good job!!
I wish I could find a garage that cared this much when I pay for a pre-purchase inspection! Great information.
Just an outstanding piece of work here. Great pace, very well lighted and filmed and topped by a likeable, highly knowledgeable talent. Very good video.
I have a 2000 Ranger with 2.5,4cly . 270,000 miles and so far still uses 5w30 ! Never been in the shop except for timing belts and tune ups! I bought it new .
Things I had issues with on my high mileage manual '07 4.0 Ranger:
1. Plastic thermostat housing began leaking like crazy. Replaced with aftermarket diecast aluminum one.
2. Both rear axle seals began leaking like crazy. Had to pull axle rods to replace.
3. Front diiferential pinion seal began leaking like crazy. Fairly easy fix with the right tools.
Other things ive replaced: spark plugs, fuel injectors, fuel pump, starter, door handles (they snapped off in the cold. replaced with steel ones), coil packs and cables, starter.
I have also fully deleted the A/C system and use a shorter serpentine belt.
Also note, the starters on these trucks on the 4x4 manual models are kind of a nightmare to change. You have to bring the starter out through the engine bay by disconnecting the driveshaft U-joint to make it squeeze through. It will fit through the bottom of the truck past the frame but if you try to do it the wrong way you could get it jammed in there and you will really be screaming.
Sure glad you mentioned the dreaded "cam synchronizer" chriping. I replaced new belts, tensioner and idler. The chirping still ALIVE! A few years back, I replace new clutch and rebuilt the transmission. I might have some dirty spot or have some fork sticking out, it is a 4X4. Got tired of the dreaded chirping, removed the the drive lines and T-case, Y pipe and off the tranny. I decided to give a new clutch kit, installed and got everything back together. THE FRICKING CHIRPING still ALIVE!
Last weekend, decided to replace the leaky driver side vale cover. Interesting, the INTAKE had to come off. What a great time to check on the "CAM SYNCRONIZER", it was a paint to get it off (5.5mm or 7/32" at Home Depot). Squirted some oil between the pointer and let the oil sipped down the engine. THE CHIRPING IS DEAD! THANK A MILLION, SUE!
As a woman looking into buying a Ranger, ohhh, how I'd love to have a Sue in my life to guide me through all these mechanical aspects! Thank you for such a great video, I really wish Sue lived here in BC, Canada and would become my mentor :D so, so great to see a woman who knows all this stuff and can share it with such ease!
I bought a 2004 4.0L 4x4 new and it’s been the best truck I’ve ever owned. I’ve towed dang near everything; horses, welding machines etc. it’s been my work truck/daily driver and at yr 2020
Thanks for the video. I recently picked up a 2002 2wd with 249k miles that is in great shape, no rust. My next task will probably be replacing front and back suspension parts.
4.0L sohc?
I toss in a new fuel filter every year or more often, cheap insurance for keeping engine happy. Fuel is full of garbage, silt, anything
But I doubt if it was dirty. Modern gas stations do superb filtering.
Wow I am impressed with the walk around inspection. Very glad I found this video. Thank you for making it. I bought a 1999 Ford Ranger last year and this video will be very helpful in my maintenance procedures and log records.
Got a 03 130k auto and was about to be scrapped. Bought for $300 & after plugs, wires, maf and map sensor runs great. engine light still on and has minor putting while at traffic light. Runs smooth and clean now but thanks to your info I will check fuel filter, O2 wiring and also never did PVC either. Thanks for pointers
As a chick who started working on her ranger with no prior experience this is so sick, so great to see another woman working on her truck!
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I am an older guy and a mechanic also. That is one of the first things I do when I buy a used vehicle. Change all the fluids, that way I have a positive starting point from which to work.
I bought a 2003 Ranger FX4 with a 4.0L SOHC and a manual transmission with 209k a little over two years ago. So far I have replaced the door stops on the driver's side rear half-door, the tie rod ends, oil pan, thermostat housing, transfer case shift motor, and shocks. It now has 225k miles on it and is going strong. It's always had a bit of a rattle when going down the road and has always made a random tick noise when it is revved up (doesn't speed up with the RPM increase). Getting new front wheel bearings this week. I have to say that I am surprised at how few issues it has given me, and I don't treat it gently. As a note, the 4.0 motor has been known to be prone to timing chain guide failures. My own truck had bits of a timing chain cassette in the oil pan, presumably from a previous failure. They are not easy to replace either, and can cause critical engine failure.
My ranger is still young, 1997 with only 201000 miles. Runs like it just rolled off the dealer lot though. Doesn't burn oil, shifts smooth, no knocks or other bad sounds.
2.3 5 speed manual.
+BroadcastBuddy Thanks for the feedback!
I own a 1995 4.0 v6 ford ranger, she stopped counting at 146k about 9 years ago when my grandpa bought her, she’s my daily driver now and it’s still going real well
I have a high mileage ranger and these problems you pointed out i have had for over ten years now and she still drives, never let me down.I fix them when they break thats the ranger rule
One of the best car videos I have ever seen in my entire life.
Great video very well done, very smooth and fluid, by far one of the better instructional videos on RUclips.
Videos like this are also a great way to learn what needs to be maintained on your vehicle. Thanks!
I have an 01 with the 2.5 with the 5speed manual and it has 328,000 and it runs great I would have absolutely no issues going across country in it!
'04 Ranger Edge bought last year with 112K. Had some work done on the back end with brakes; had the O2 sensors replaced, and she runs great now at 118K. Still has a very slow oil leak, soon to be remedied. So many gaskets...
Had a power steering flush, transmission flush, intake cleaning, and lubrication of joints. Scheduled for oil pan gasket and flywheel gasket replacements; should run like new after these last maintenance oversights from previous owners. Very excited!
I got a 97 2.3 ranger love it. Owner used it as a farm truck drove it hard 317000 farm miles. Body frame was good so I went through it. Runs good now
Thanks Sue for a great video. Just bought a 2000 Ranger XLT extended cab 2WD with 78k miles. Mostly driven in California so no Chicago rust. I plan on following this video step by step to get my Ranger in good mechanical shape. It runs good but I want to change what needs changing and get it in routine maintenance mode. Want to Fluid Film the underside as now it in Chicago area an I want to keep it rust free.Thanks again.
Great video 1A auto ! Can you do a video on upgrading from the vacuum type 4wheel hubs to manual locking hubs very much needed
This lady speaks with so much passion and precision. She is cute too, that was an awesome video. Is there a series on restoring a ford ranger of this vintage??? I wonder if this lady could oblige us with one.
Bravo, the best video of the year by miles and miles!!!!
This mechanic really knows her stuff! If I needed a good mechanic, she's the one I'd pick, hands down. Thanks for a very informative video!
Very comprehensive. I have a customer who wants to sell his Ranger, but ive learned that insisting on having an experienced mechanic look at it first.
+@stephenstadtmiller8149 Thanks for the feedback!
Just checked my wires on my 2002 ranger with 162k and has original wires. Still runs great.
We own a 2011 Ranger XLT super cab 4X4 with a 4.0 V6 A/T, 3.55 LSD with only 34K miles.
I change the oil every 4K miles with Mobile 1 full synthetic.
I also change the front and rear differential, transfer case and transmission fluid every 30K miles.
I’m a maintenance freak.
I guess that’s why I get at least 250K miles from all 3 of our Ranger’s. Our current Ranger is our 4th one.
If you maintain your Ranger regularly, they will serve you well
this was super helpful! I'm looking at buying a '98 ranger and I've taken a bunch of notes from this on stuff to keep an eye out for before I spring for it. Thanks!
Outstanding video! I learned a lot!
Excellent-Well Done! The lady knows her stuff. Can work on any Ranger anytime.
That was really well done and easy to understand. I wish you were my mechanic!
Brilliant and informative video! Thanks so much! I love the turkey baster trick for power steering fluid 😊
This video is a great guide to get my Ranger to 400k. My 98 has 275k miles. The engine was replaced at 50k by Ford, but everything else is holding up well. Except for the engine mounts which I'm replacing this week.
I've owned my 2000 Ranger, 4 cylinder (with 8 spark plugs), 5 speed XLT truck since 2003 which now has over 233k miles. As the 3rd owner, I paid $3,500 for it, no interest or fees, a friend sold it to me after he repossessed it from a 6 ft tall guy who wrecked it and wrecked some of the interrior, which is why it pulls to the right slightly.
I've replaced the radiator, the starter and other things twice and replaced once everything else but the motor. Two front end and one rear jobs. Started rusting a few years ago. Having no truck payments for over 20 years has greatly helped me to save more American toilet paper aka fiat aka US dollars, which I've utilized for retirement. So, Thanks Ford!
I just bought a high milage 1999 ford ranger 280000 miles..but it runs super smooth and strong and clean...i think it might have been engine rebuilt..i hope ..engine is clean as hell...
My ranger is 03' with 320,000 and still running pretty good!
so brilliant...clear and thorough....the best i,ve seen....
"Original plug wires", automatic with 200,000 miles, this is a testament to the Rangers durability !
The real danger with moisture in the brake fluid is, under hard braking, the moisture can turn to steam and you have no brakes and yet when they cool down the brakes are fine.
I have had it happen to me and a friend of mine peeled 4 tires off the rims coming down off a ski field because of that.
+Kim Wilson Thanks for the tip!
Nice to see you again! :-)
I'd love to enjoy such a video about 1998-2007 mk1 Ford Focus. Mine is a 1.8Zetec version from 2002.
I love your timing belt replacement in depth video about Focus Zetec. :-) Greetings from Europe!
I have a 2000 ranger. Runs well. Some front suspension parts are worn out. I'll get to it. All fluids in the truck have been changed out. Good truck and video. From Sacramento
Good info. You want to put some 90 wt oil on your shackles and the trany lines under the plastic lower cover will rot. replace with a longer rubber hose to radiator.
I've got a 2001 Ranger EDGE 4x4 with the 3.0L and it's currently got over 230,000 miles on it. The only major issues I've had is at around 210,000 it started to develop a misfire at idle that only occurred after the engine warmed up. Turned out to be valve recession in the cylinder head on the driver side, so I installed two brand new heads. Now it's developed a bad oil leak from the rear main seal, so I'll be pulling the transmission soon to fix that.
Super impressive video. You are a top class mechanic and a pleasure to watch!
great Vid, makes me want too jump outside check and see if I have a number 6 on my ford XLT 95 spark plugs, speedom stopped working at 136k, bought the truck for 1600$ did have to replace clutch & slave tho, been working on getting the AC working again has a slow leak in the system replaced all the ac lines due to dry rot ,going to run dye in the system see where my coolant leak is bet it's my Evap,it's a clean truck has not left me stranded so Im Happy with it...Again enjoyed the vid...ty...
These are very strong trucks, even when you do everything you can to kill them it seems. Ive almost never pulled a part from anything that had less than 200k at the time of death. Mine has always made it home. Its been slammed into everything you can think of, pushed and pulled out, and ot just never stops. Even got rammed into from behind going uphill by a 94 Toyota land cruiser when i was in reverse. A little driving and the manual transmission worked out the details and it has never been looked at since (about 15k miles ago).
Really good video. Only thing to add would be cost of some other repairs if needed. This is important because replacing a Ranger throw out bearing requires dropping the transmission, replacing the valve cover gasket requires removing the intake manifold. It would useful to find out if other brands or models have the same design flaws that Ford Ranger seems to have.
There are a few of us old-timers who have heard of running kerosene, or diesel fuel through a high mileage engine to clean out all the old contaminants throughout the block. Is this a safe option? Did I say drain the engine oil first?
I have owned a 2000 Mazda B4000 with a manual transmission for 4 years, and it has almost 470k km on it.
I have replaced the clutch (master cylinder, slave cylinder, friction plate, and lines), all brake lines, serpentine belt and belt tension arm, coil pack, and fuel filler spout, front drive shaft, heater control valve, and shocks all around. I've had all of the fluids replaced at least once, and it gets regular oil changes.
6 months a year, I have put on about 1000 km per week, it's my daily driver, and it's rarely let me down.
What's wrong with having the original plug wires?
My 98 has the original wires, and with 330K miles on it, they still 'spec' good, and it still runs like new.
Awesome video! I own a 2007 4.0 4x4 automatic. This truck is literally the same I have. Going to use this video for reference when I do some repairs forsure. Thank you for uploading!
I often forget that fuel filters are a thing. I went and bought one today.
I just bought a Ford ranger 1999 with 200k miles on it. So thanks a lot for this video i just subscribed like. So i can come back for another video. But im waiting for a second video and see how iy looks after you did the repairs.
My 2011 ranger only has 65K km, but good to know what to look out for over time
Oh do we envy you!
Brake fluid change based on time vs mileage.3-4 yrs
I have a 2004 Ranger Edge I bought new. It has 33,000 miles on it. I'm retired and don't go very many places very often. Every 3 or 4 weeks to the grocery store or doctor appointment, etc. I put about 200-250 miles on it a year. I had the fuel pump replaced last year when it left me stranded. Sway bar links were shot and clunking, so I replaced them myself last year, too. With only 33,000 miles, I was surprised to find the ball joints squeaking and clunking. I bought new upper control arms with new ball joints and bushings and new lower ball joints. I haven't put them on yet. I'll replace the brake pads, too, when I do that job since they are original and getting a little thin. I'm 70 years old and really not eager to jack it up and crawl under it, but the fuel pump set me back almost $800 (including the tow truck,) so I'll have to do that job myself when I get psyched up to do it. Wasn't too happy about the fuel pump and suspension parts being worn out on such a low mileage vehicle, but it is what it is. Otherwise I'm still happy with the truck. I recommend other Ranger owners to check the drains at the bottoms of the doors for blockage. I heard sloshing and checked and the drains were clogged, trapping a couple gallons of water in the doors. I was finding the battery was weak from sitting so long, so I put a 20 watt solar panel in the bed hooked to a small controller and plugged into my cigarette lighter. I hung the controller on the back of the seat so I can see it from the kitchen window. If I see a green light, the battery is fully charged. No more dead battery and haven't had to replace it in six years.
Top notch video ma’am thank you
Thanks Sue!
I bought a 2000 Mazda B2500 SX in Feb 2020. And haven’t really touched it other than an oil change and replace the battery and wipers.
So going to use this video as reference once all this snow melts for #snowmageddon2022.
Excellent Job
Bought-new 185k mile 2003 FX4 OR here. When looking at the brakes, I'd recommend looking at not only the rubber brake lines but also the metal ones. My originals corroded at the fitting on top of the rear diff. Luckily it let go on the driveway. The short rear e-brake cable also rusted where it rubbed on the frame. After brakes, shocks, and a front suspension rebuild, I should start calling it the 1A Auto Mobile. Rear springs are next to try correcting the Ranger Lean. 👍
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Really impressed. Thanks for sharing your wisdom on this. I’ll be going through a few checks on my Ranger now.
Don't forget the oil pressure switch leak and heater core coolant bypass valve leak, both extremely common
I have a ‘98 2.5L 5 speed bought used in 2003 with 62k on it. It has 215,000 on it now.
Changed the oil (rotella 15w-40) every 3k
Changed the transmission oil every 30k with Mercon
Changed the differential oil twice now
Changed timing and serpentine belt
Changed spark plugs and wires (this was hard)
Ball joints
Brake pads, drums brakes
The only thing of significance that failed was the
alternator but I was able to limp it home driving in a rpm band where it worked (thank god for manual tranny)
I think it has a vacumn line issue because when I
, AC blows through the windshield vents….dont feel like dealing with it
The cab leaks in the rain. The check engine light is on but I’m not worried about it since it’s a 25 year old vehicle and exempt from emission requirements. It’s been the most reliable vehicle I’ve owned.
+@Jp-mn1rq Thanks for the feedback!
I've got a 98 ranger x cab.. 4.0 V6 5speed manual..4x2... runs great has 122k on it.. bought it brand new june of 98
Dayum there is a hell of a lot of stuff you have to check as a buyer in these trucks.
Always a risk buying older vehicles. Most people run them until they start showing problems and then sell. Change all the fluids. Diff and trans. Tune up. Should serve you for a long time after a nice tune up.
+jebusm86 Thanks for the feedback!
EXCELLENT VIDEO!!! Thank you so very much!
Just bought a 2006 looks like same truck thanks for the video
My 2001 B3000 is about to be on its 3rd timing cover gasket at only 185k miles. Seems to plague the Ford 3.0 Vulcan, must be poor design. Other than that it continues to run great
My 06 3.0 is on its 3rd as well
Would you consider frame rust to that degree to be accessible?
wish i had you as a mechanic
Thanks. Very informative. You certainly know the Ford Ranger well!
I have a 2010 ranger with 300k, 2.3 auto, runs good. Lack of maintenance
my ranger had 210,000 miles on it and still had the original spark plug wires on it. got new wires now along with new plugs.
This was really helpful and well put together.
I’m so glad I clicked on this!
Big help for my 2004 FX4 thanks.
My 98 ranger / 4ltr ended Itss life with 396.000. Lower main bearing wore out
What engine did you have?
@@phillee8257 hello ... I had the 4.0
Great video, very helpful.
We’ll my transmission fluid has no dark spots and is brand new so this video was helpful then depressing 🤣
Love your videos, you give me so much information
Good overview on the basics to check when purchasing any older vehicle - this stuff doesn’t apply only to Rangers!
On a side note, am I the only one here who can envision this lady dropping f-bombs at a Red Sox game……???
😂
Darn good video 👍👍
Spark plugs ( size ). Wire diameter for a 3.0 /v6
I ran up a quarter million miles on several Rangers. I would have paid her to have this counsel.
The corroded battery was exactly the same on my 06 ranger to a Tee lol. Barely had enough wire with the new terminal fitting.
the thermostat housing goes bad too, mine died at about 140K, not too tough to replace. One tie rod, Had to replace the front hub twice also, one was crappy parts from the first replacement though. My 2003 FX4 Level II has been a great truck, have pulled a 3700 lbs trailor with two bikes in back. It's maxed out but the Ranger handles it. Added airbags in the rear. Truck has 153K now, just changed the oil and did the third trans service today. Oh yeah, have had issues with noisy rear end. think it was off from day one. Replaced the bearings and set the bakclash but one of the bearings wasn't set properly and it's got a whine at certain times. Setting the backlash is a pain in the balls.