Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

  • 1991 ford ranger bogging down when accelerating to much

    Bogging, hesitation or stalling may be experienced during moderate to heavy acceleration. This can be caused by a failing of many sensors or modules in the fuel injection system. It is recommended to have an experienced shop perform diagnosis to find the root of the problem.

  • Higher Than Normal Engine Idle

    The engine may have a higher that normal idle at times. After cold start with an automatic transmission and when the clutch is depressed with a manual transmission. Our technicians tell us updated powertrain control module (PCM) software is available to address this concern.

  • Rough Idle and Stalling

    The Ford Ranger V6 is known for a rough idle, engine stalling, loss of power, and misfires, accompanied by the check engine light .

    The intake manifold O-ring gaskets commonly leak, which creates a large vacuum leak. This vacuum leak causes unmetered air to enter the engine, and the fuel system becomes insufficient to compensate for the large amount of air reaching the engine.

    Replacing the intake manifold gaskets corrects this concern.

  • Engine Buck/Misfire at Freeway Speeds

    The engine may misfire and/or buck while driving at freeway speeds with no fault code stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This can be caused by an intermittent fault with the camshaft synchronizer assembly. This condition can be diagnosed by monitoring knock sensor data as per Ford service bulletin #05-22-12. Replacement of the synchronizer assembly will be required to correct this concern.

  • Hard to Start Cold, Stalling at Idle

    If you experience cold starting problems, stalling at idle, or hesitations during acceleration, it may be the idle air bypass valve. This valve helps the vehicle idle steadily and run when the accelerator pedal is not pressed.

  • Synchronizer Shaft For the Camshaft Position Sensor May Make Noise

    The synchronizer shaft for the camshaft position sensor can cause a loud squeak or chirping noise due to failure of the upper bushing. The noise may be erratic and is usually present when the engine is warm.

  • Camshaft Sensor Magnet May Damage Synchronizers

    The magnet for the camshaft position sensor may fall out of its mount and damage the synchronizers. This causes long crank times when starting the engine and may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. If this happens, both the magnets and the synchronizers need to be replaced.

  • Buzzing Type Noise From Upper Engine Area

    A buzzing type noise may be noted from upper engine area at about 1900 RPM, under light acceleration. Our technicians tell us this can be caused by loose ignition coil bracket bolts. Coil bracket bolts should be checked for the correct torque before further diagnoses is performed.

  • Front Brake Caliper Pins Can Corrode and Cause Brakes to Stick

    The front brakes may stick, bind, or grab. This can happen when the front brake caliper pins become corroded. Cleaning or replacing the caliper pins will be necessary to correct this problem.

  • Battery Light Due to Damaged Alternator Wire Harness Connector

    The battery light may illuminate on the instrument panel because the alternator wire harness connector is damaged. A new connector kit is available and should be installed to correct this concern.

1998 Questions and Answers

Related Questions

  • Ford Ranger Intermittent Windshield Wiper Problem

    1998 FORD RANGER, 150, 000 MILES

    related to body, windshield, replace-remove

    I have a 1998 ford ranger 4x4 3.0 L and have had an intermittent windshield wiper problem for about 3 months. I have replaced the motor, switch on steering column, cleaned the contacts and jiggled..

  • Ford Ranger Airbag Control Module And Crash Sensor ?

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 110, 000 MILES

    related to safety, airbag, computer, location

    I wrecked my 1998 Ford Ranger. The airbag on the driver side went off. I had the passenger side switch off. I am going to replace the driver airbag. Is the Crash Sensor and the Airbag Control Module..

  • Ford Ranger Automatic Headlights

    1998 FORD RANGER, 60, 288 MILES

    related to exterior-light, headlight, dim

    Where is the auto headlight sensor located on a 2003 ford expedition W/O DRL and W/ the auto dimming rear view mirror @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thu..

  • Ford Ranger Codes P0230 And P0232

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0200-p0299, p0230

    Ford Ranger 1998 pulls codes P0230 and P0232 4 liter v6- have fuel on fuel line at rail car won't start just cranks @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Satur..

  • Ford Ranger Door Adjar Light

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 82 MILES

    related to warning-lights, door-ajar-light

    The door adjar light is always on + the dome light doesn't work right, stays on alot + warning chime is always on when the key is in the ignition. What might the problem be? @media(max-width: ..

  • Ford Ranger Door Buzzer

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 119, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, wiring

    On my 1998 ford step side ranger 3.0L V6 my door ajar buzzer goes on and off while driving. I've located it to a master control box with 3 main wire plug- ins plugging into the the box. The buzzer i..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Exhaust And Catalytic Converters

    1998 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 138, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter, test

    My Ranger will not pass the emissions test to get inspected. When I bought the truck the catalytic converters were already punch out and then welded back together so they will no pass inspection. ..

  • Ford Ranger Front End

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 111, 000 MILES

    related to suspension

    Front left tire wear choppy on inside @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, February 7th, 2011 AT 9:00 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Fulcrum Bolts Sequence

    1998 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 200, 000 MILES

    related to general

    Need sequence and torque for fulcrum bolts please help @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, March 24th, 2015 AT 4:26 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Getting A Howling Noise When Driving Straight But...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 100, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, symptoms, noise

    Getting a howling noise when driving straight but when I turn the wheels to the left the sound goes away I do not see ant uneven wear in tires or see any defects with the front suspension @medi..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Has A Loud Knock When I First Start...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 78, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, knock

    1998 Ford Ranger mileage: 78,000. The engine has a loud knock when I first start it like the lifters are not getting any oil to them, the dipstick says I'm full on oil yet the pressure gauge never ..

  • Ford Ranger Help

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 90, 000 MILES

    related to safety, horn

    98 ford ranger, horn keeps going off when we hook up the battery @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 AT 1:09 AM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Ignition Timing

    1998 FORD RANGER, 2.5L, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 120, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, timing

    Does anyone know how to check the timing on this motor I do not have a manual on it. It is a 2.5l it is the one with 2 plugs per cylinder. I tell what happened it was parked one night running good t..

  • Ford Ranger I Just Bought The Truck And The Temp Gage In Dash Will...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 127, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan, clutch

    I just bought the truck and the temp gage in dash will not read I replaced the thermostat, the temp sending unit the clutch fan had been replaced by dealer and the truck will drive around for hours..

  • Ford Ranger Lights Will Not Come On After Changing Radio.

    1998 FORD RANGER, 138, 000 MILES

    related to interior, radio, replace-remove

    I bought a new radio for my 98 ford ranger. Disconneted the battery, and replaced the radio. I bought one of those universal wiring kits to connect to the after market radio. Connected and taped th..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Lower Control Arm

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 130, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, lower-control-arm, bolt

    I have replaced all my control arms. I now notice that the RH lower control arm rear pivot bolt has a cam on the bolt-head and a cam on the nut end. The bolt holes in the chassis are actually hori..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Power Steering Pump Noise

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 93, 000 MILES

    related to steering, pump

    My son has a 1998 ford ranger and it makes a noise that sounds like there is low fluid in the power steering pump. This niose is so annoying! I checked the fluid and it's fine and the fluid is clea..

  • Ford Ranger Relatively Sudden Onset Of Bucking Horse Like Horror...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 55, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug

    I got this fixed a year ago, within 3000 miles. It was scarry severe and I could not compensate with accelerator and clutch. Towed to repair shop and got overcharged. The frequency was like a buc..

  • Ford Ranger How Do I Remove The Steering Wheel Lock For Towing?

    1998 FORD RANGER, 116, 000 MILES

    related to steering, steering-wheel, replace-remove

    Towing behind a motorhome @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, February 14th, 2012 AT 12:37 AM ..

  • Ford Ranger RIGHT FRONT Tire Wont Turn When I Turn The Steering...

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to tires, symptoms, locked-up

    I recently got into an accident and my front right tire won't turn when I turn the steering wheel. I also popped the tire and need to get a new rim but I already know what I need to do for that. Wha..

  • Ford Ranger I Have A 1998 Ranger That, Until Now, Ran Perfectly...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 220, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, coil

    I have a 1998 Ranger that, until now, ran perfectly. I went to the store, went in, 5 minutes later got in and cranked it up to hear it "missing" or something. Had the local parts store plug up t..

  • Ford Ranger Tire Wear

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 111, 000 MILES

    related to tires, symptoms, wear

    A choppy wear about 1 inch wide on left front tire on truck @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, December 12th, 2010 AT 9:13 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Truck Pulling To Right.

    1998 FORD RANGER, 60, 288 MILES

    related to suspension, ball-joint, replace-remove

    Two weeks ago, I had lower ball joints installed and an alignment on my truck, after that, it pulled to the left a little, took it back and told them, they hooked the alignment machine up and sa..

  • Ford Ranger Firing Order?

    1998 FORD RANGER, 2.3L, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 100, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, firing-order

    I asked you some questions last week about my truck. I ran in to high water going 55 mph and was able to drive it home but it wouldn't go over 30-40 mph. Next day it wouldn't start. I have got it st..

  • Ford Ranger Broken Hood Release Cable

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 170, 000 MILES

    related to body, hood, release

    Cannot get hood open to repair hood release cable. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, October 19th, 2017 AT 12:50 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Clutch Fan

    1998 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan, clutch

    My truck started making a loud wind noise when accelerating and a noticeable power loss. I replaced the clutch fan with a brand new one and it's making the same noise. Could the new one be defecti..

  • Ford Ranger Cruise Control Not Working

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES

    related to interior, cruise-control, not-working

    Master cylinder switch replaced. Steering wheel buttons replaced. All fuses in engine compartment have power both sides. Also fuses inside cab left side dash all powered. No cruise control lights or..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 85, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-filter, replace-remove

    How do you replace the fuel filter located on a 1998 Ford Ranger? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, March 9th, 2008 AT 1:15 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 136, 000 MILES

    related to steering, rack-and-pinion, replace-remove

    Directions on how to change a rack and pinion boot @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, October 14th, 2008 AT 6:59 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 109, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, radiator-hose, replace-remove

    I just had a coolant hose in my truck rupture, which caused coolant to go everywhere. I started my truck the other day and it has a hard time starting, and when it finally does it shakes and wobbl..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 99, 500 MILES

    related to suspension, ball-joint, replace-remove

    I just had my timing belt replaced and my shocks replaced I need new ball joints. But ever since I had them done my truck shakes really bad and jumps a little from takeoff. Could that be my timing w..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to fuel-system, fuel-filter, replace-remove

    1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual how do I change my fuel filter @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, January 15th, 2010 AT 4:00 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 148, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter, replace-remove

    Hi, in the past few months my gas mileage has taken a big dive, from 320 miles per tank to under 300. I have noticed a lot of jerking when I accelerate as well as a loss in power when I accelerat..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger 1998 Ranger, New Alternator, Battery...

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, battery-light

    Electrical problem 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 78k miles Just installed a new (rebuilt) alternator, the in dash battery guage looks fine, right where it always has been ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger A Franme Bushings

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to body, windshield, washer, replace-remove

    Suspension problem 1998 Ford Ranger Two Wheel Drive Manual we are replacing the a frame bushings with adjustable ones. We received a bolt with a large washer. The question is. Do we need..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger ABS And BRAKE Lights On

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 63, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, abs-light

    I have a 98 Ford ranger that has it's ABS and Brake ligths on. Fluid is full and I checked the brake pads and they are fine. We also tried bleeding the master cylinder. I took it to a parts store an..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger ABS LIGHT

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, abs-light

    Electrical problem 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Automatic Where is the relay for my ABS light? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, September 11..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Ball Joints

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 76, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, ball-joint, replace-remove

    The rubber boots on the upper and lower ball joints on both sides of my Ranger are rotted and split open. There appears to be little or no grease left. I would like to replace them myself. I have..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Battery Light

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, battery-light

    Electrical problem 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual Hi there I have already changed the alternator had battery checked and charged but the battery light still on and it s..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Battery Light Comes On

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 109, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, battery-light

    When I rev the engine the battery light comes on also the charge gage shows high charge. The radio also goes out. Until it revs down. Everything is find then. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { d..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Blue Smoke

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, blue-smoke

    Our Truck has been a great truck and we've never had any problems. We just recently had the oil changed and since then occassionally when going uphill the truck will start to hi-cup and when you lo..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Brake Lights

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, brake-light

    Electrical problem 1998 Ford Ranger Two Wheel Drive Automatic 115, 00 miles Brake Lights went out. How do I check and repair? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger CATALYTIC CONVERTER

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 15, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter

    I did not realize that there were different catalytic converters for this truck. I am asking if a Universal catalytic converter is what I need for the back. Thank You @media(max-width: 960px) { ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Catalytic Converters

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 64, 050 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter

    Will it hurt my truck to gut the catalytic converters @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Wednesday, July 16th, 2008 AT 3:10 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Center Console

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to interior, center-console, replace-remove

    The center console on my Ranger XLT has become loose over time, probably from pulling on it to climb into the truck. I can't find any bolts that I might tighten down and I'd like to know how to rem..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 325, 968 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Check engine light came on so I plugged my code reader in (awsome tool to have) code P0171 and P0174 and says system is too lean bank 1 and bank 2, my question is what sensor do I replace? @medi..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, AWD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    The check engine light keeps coming on. We had the camshaft sensor replaced, we have had it tuned up, we have oil changed every 3000 miles. It passed inspection last AUGUST with an exception we ha..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 119, 600 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My check engine light has come on and we have checked everything on it. The serpentine belt looks a little wore. Could it cause the check engine light to come on? @media(max-width: 960px) { .a..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light Is On

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 114, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Checked Codes at Autozone. Shows that Oxygen Sensor on opposite side of Spark Plug one should be checked. Fuel filter should be checked. Fuel pump pressure should be checked. I want to replace the f..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light Is On Reads Egr...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 60, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Where is the egr sensor located @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 AT 9:46 AM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Code Reader Code Camshaft Positioner...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 120, 800 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have a 1998 Ford Ranger that gives me a camshaft positoner sensor malfunction. I replaced the sensor twice. Still the same error. Autozone says it's could be the timimng belt. Has anyone else ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Coverting To Electric

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 122, 000 MILES

    related to steering, box

    Hi guys i'm in the process of converting 2 trucks to electric the first a 91 S10 is underway.I'm now looking to get a second vehicle and have found a 98 ranger with a blown motor. It has an automati..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Dash Dumbell Lights

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 127, 000 MILES

    related to interior, dashboard, light

    I have a 1998 ranger, I bought it with a couple issues, but not aware of them. 1st, my airbag light blinks when I start it, it blinks 2 times, pauses, then 7 times, it repeats about 3 times, ..

  • Ford Ranger Dash Lights And Tail Lights

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, running-light, fuse

    As my husband was driving down the highway his dash lights and tail lights go out. We have replaced the fuses, as we thought might be the problem. But as he drives the truck again the fuses blo..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Dome Light Stays On,

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 75, 000 MILES

    related to interior, dome-light, stay-on

    The door ajar light and dome light have been coming on for a while when I first start off, but has been going out. This happens when the doors are tightly shut. Tonight the dome light stayed on, t..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger - Door Adjar Light Will Not Turn Off

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, door-ajar-light

    I have a 98 Ford Ranger XLT with 75000 miles. It seems that when it rains or snows, my door adjar light will pop on and will not turn off no matter how many times I slam the door shut. Trust me, t..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Door Ajar Stays On

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 163, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, door-ajar-light

    My door ajar dash light and dome light remain on after the doors are closed. The amount of time these stay on is increasing. What are some possible problems and how can I fix them? @media(max-wi..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Door Locks

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to body, door, lock, switch

    Interior problem 1998 Ford Ranger Four Wheel Drive Automatic 110000 miles My power door locks will unlock but neither the driver or passenger door lock will lock either using the remote or..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger DTC Code P1309

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 135, 590 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p1300-p1399, p1309

    I am working on a 1998 Ford Ranger XLT it has a 4.0L V 6 with 135,590 miles on it. It is a Five speed Manual transmission. I recently replaced the fuel synchronize shaft and the cam shaft sensor. Wh..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Engine Light

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Computer problem 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic engine truns over but will not start. Engine light will not self test. All sensor check out ok with ohms meter so is the co..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Engine Light

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 83, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Hi I have a 1998 ford ranger and the check engine light came on and it read an egr valve problem so I had it cleared to see if it would come back on and it didnt till about a day worth of driving so..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Engine Makes Very High Squealing...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 161, 200 MILES

    related to general, noises, squeal

    The engine makes a very high squealing noise at different throttle settings. Also the radiator reservoir looks as if it has just brown water in it. When I shut the engine down I heard what sounded l..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Erractic Display Of Speedometer

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, speedometer

    Electrical problem 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic I replaced a rebuilt auto transmission after the truck had been in storage for 2 years. I have replaced a couple sensors..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Water In Cylinder

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 80, 000 MILES

    related to interior, water

    Why is there water in my numbe 2 cylinder if I just replaced head gasket split cylinder head? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, September 7th, 201..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Front End Work

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 135, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, ball-joint

    The shaking isn't noticeable until about 60mph or so. It gradually gets worse until about 75mph, then tapers off. I'm not sure what sort of work has been done on the truck, but I'm pretty sure it ..

  • Ford Ranger Fuel Pump Relay Location

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, relay, location

    Electrical problem 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Manual 142000 miles i was wondering if you could either email me a diagram or tell me which relay it would be that runs my fuel ump on my 98 ford rang..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Hard Steering

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to steering, symptoms, hard

    Steering problem 1998 Ford Ranger Two Wheel Drive Manual 132, 00 miles Hard to turn steering wheel and it takes many turns to turn front wheels slightly. @media(max-width: 960px) { .ad..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Instrument Panel Removal

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 251, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, replace-remove

    I Have Been Trying For 2 Days To Change The Heater Core By Using A (Very Vague) Haynes Manual I Simply Cannot Get The Instrument Panel Out Of The Pick-up. If I Had A Detailed Diagram of how to ge..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Knock

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 115, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, knock

    On the way to work the other day I came to a stop light after getting off the freeway and had a loud nocking sound from under the hood. I pulled over and checked the oil which was a little low. I ad..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Left Drivers Side Mirror

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to body, mirror

    Shakes or Wobbles problem 1998 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 140xxx miles My left Mirror is almost bout ready to fall off. I want to fix it. Its a electric motor powered mirr..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Loud Roaring Noise

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 145, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, roaring

    When my truck warms up it starts to make a roaring noise that sounds like a airplane taking off and then it seems that it is wanting to stall out the RPM's drop and then go back up and it starts all..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Loud Whine

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 340, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, whine

    Seems that when the fan clutch kicks in I get a loud whine. Occures in all gears, may last a mile it may last 100 miles. Loose a lot of power while it whines. Appeared to be the fan clutch but in a..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Low Fuel Pressure

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 90, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, not-working

    Wont start. Fuel pump not running. Only 6 volts getting to pump. Snap on diag. Code reader says, "cant communicate w/vehicle computer". Auto-test aborted.>>>>>>>>Bad ecm? ..

  • Ford Ranger No Heat/ Temp. Gauge Not Working

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 134, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, engine-temperature, not-working

    I just replaced the thermostat in this vehicle and still the heater won't work and the temperature gauge won't budge. What else can it be? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;paddin..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger No Wipers, Some Of The Time

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 133, 500 MILES

    related to body, wiper, fuse

    I've had this 98 Ford Ranger for about a month. The wipers do not work in the morning but will work in the afternoon and evening. Engine temperature doesn't seem to have much to do with it. I'v..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Passenger Seat Back Adjustment...

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to interior, seat, adjust

    Interior problem 1998 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 104K miles The handle broke at the bullet shaped plastic(?) Pin, held in place by a clip. All of the seats at the salvag..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Persistant Problem

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 179, 863 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    Ok so I have this truck 98 Ford Ranger 4cyl 2.5L. Idles rough. After you start it it idles really low like its going to die. After I pump the gas it revs up to about 1500 - 2500 rpms. Stays there an..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Popping Sounds

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 183, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, pop

    When truck is put into driver, the first thing it does is make a bang and stutters then it goes into driving ok. It makes you sort of jolt. Any suggestions? Marti @media(max-width: 960px) {..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Possible Transminssion Troubles

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to suspension, ball-joint, replace-remove

    Transmission problem 1998 Ford Ranger V6 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 82,000 miles I just recently got my ford ranger fluids replaced after it sat idle for a year in storage. The place I recie..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Power Steering Noise

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 110, 000 MILES

    related to steering, symptoms, noise

    How do you flush and replace power steering fluid? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, January 6th, 2008 AT 2:05 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Power Steering Pump Replacement

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 180, 000 MILES

    related to steering, pump, replace-remove

    Basic instructions please. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, August 5th, 2010 AT 12:46 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Radiator Hoses Collapsed And Fluid...

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, radiator-hose, replace-remove

    Engine Mechanical problem 1998 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic I have a 1998 ford ranger. Today I noticed that something was pouring from underneath when I stopped and turned of..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Radiator Replacement

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 10, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, replace-remove

    Is there a online manual for the replacement of my Ford Ranger radiator? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, May 31st, 2010 AT 7:48 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Ranger P0125 Code

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0125

    Computer problem 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic have a ford ranger whit chek light on they give me this code p0125 butt I dont really understand what to do, Insufficient C..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Recently Asked Question

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 95, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, running-light

    Recently I asked you a question about my 98 Ford Ranger not going into 4 wd and the 4 wd drive lights blinking at me. I did send a 5.00 donation. Was this not enough? I have not recieved an answe..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Sise

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 7, 000 MILES

    related to tires, rim

    Bought a Ford ranger PU with 7,000 miles on it for $ 1,800. Runs like new and its clean. (A steal indeed). Going to be a great landscape truck for me. It came with very small wheels though. Steel rim..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Smoke And Smell Of Anti Freeze When...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to body, hood, open

    When I turn the heat on in my truck the smell of anti freeze is extremely strong and smoke generally pours out of the cracks of the hood. Ive opened the hood to see before and it seems one of the ho..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Sqeaking

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 140, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, symptoms, loud

    When I make a turn left or right it makes a loud sqweaking sound and when going down the road the front end makes a sqweak sqweak sound. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Squeaking Noise

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 21, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, squeak

    My truck started making a squeaking noise when turning left or right, it also makes same noise when pushing up and down on front of car. This is only on front drivers side. It was very cold outside..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger SQUEAKS AND SHAKES

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to general, noises, squeak

    Noises problem 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual I have a 1998 ford ranger with 200,000 miles. I have had this truck for 3 yrs. I have had the regular wear and tear on it. My t..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Steering Noise

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 140, 000 MILES

    related to steering, symptoms, noise

    My Ranger has had very noisy steering since I bought it (about 5 months ago). Recently, whenever I take a sharp right turn there is one loud clunk noise that sounds like its coming from the front..

  • Ford Ranger Stereo Wiring

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 95, 000 MILES

    related to interior, radio, wiring

    Is there a diagram that shows what each wire is for on a factory wiring harness? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, February 16th, 2009 AT 8:59 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Tire Wear

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 104, 000 MILES

    related to tires, symptoms, wear

    Why is my left front tire wearing on inside very fast it has achoping wear @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, September 19th, 2010 AT 11:03 AM ..

  • Ford Ranger Turn Signals Not Wroking

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 113, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, turn-signal, not-working

    Ok just the other day I was driving and all of a sudden my turn signals stopped working. The lights dont come on, theres no sound of them coming on, and there arent any arrows blinking. I dont k..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger What Do These Codes Mean In Layman...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 112, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter, replace-remove

    Hi there, and thanks a lot for the work. My truck has been running rough and I did all kinds of things, including new catalytic converter, both 02 sensors replaces, MAS cleaned and regular tu..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger What Keeps Causing A Error Code...

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    Engine Performance problem 1998 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual I have changed the feul filter, spark plug wires, spark plugs, throttle position sensor, idle air control valve ..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Whine Coming From Power Steering...

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 90, 000 MILES

    related to steering, pump, replace-remove

    I replaced the power steering pump. But it is still whining. What should I look into? Thanks Bill @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Saturday, Septembe..

  • Ford Ranger 1998 Ford Ranger Whine In 5th Gear

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 178, 886 MILES

    related to general, noises, whine

    I am thinking of purchasing this truck from a friend who has maintained the truck well but there is a loud Whine that comes from the engine when I press the gas when in 5th Gear. If I let off the g..

  • Ford Ranger I Have A Trouble Code In The Car, I Need To Know How...

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to general

    I have a trouble code in the car, I need to know how to fix it, can you give me a direction to start? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Wednesday, March ..

  • Ford Ranger 98 Ford Ranger-Replaced Relay - Still No Headlights

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, headlight, not-working

    Have high beams, blinkers and marker lights - no headlights - bulbs are good, fuses are good, changed the relay - Any suggestions? Thanks! @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;p..

  • Ford Ranger Ford Ranger LXT 1998

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to body, windshield, washer, fuse

    The radiator coolant next to the windshield washer tank is empty, can that be a problem? Also, my son took a 10 amp fuse out of the truck to try it on another car and can't remember wh..

  • Ford Ranger Headlight Switch

    FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, headlight, switch

    I have a 1998 Ford ranger and the headligt switch lights up I would like to know why it is not lighting up anymore and is it a fuse switch etc tanks? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: n..

  • Ford Ranger Hood Release Cable Does Not Open Hood Ranger 1998 XLT

    1998 FORD RANGER

    related to body, hood, open

    How do I open the hood to my 1998 Ford Ranger XLT when the cable release is broken @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, November 20th, 2006 AT 10:26 P..

  • Ford Ranger Suspension Noise

    FORD RANGER

    related to suspension, symptoms, noise

    1998 ford ranger xlt, 2.5 automatic 96000 miles, get a loud noise from right front when I hit speed bumps or pot holes, thought it was coming from upper a arm bushings, sprayed with a lube helped s..

  • Ford Ranger Gas Tank

    1998 FORD RANGER, 87, 677 MILES

    related to fuel-system, tank

    So for April fools a group of my friends put a quart of sugar water in my gas tank! I havnt started the truck but what will happen if I do @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding..

  • Ford Ranger Replaced GEM Now Speedometer Is Not Working Properly

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 175, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, speedometer, not-working

    I recently replaced my GEM and when I went to test drive it my speedometer shot up to 100 mph when I was only going about 10 mph. What would make it do this? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { di..

  • Ford Ranger No Power To The Inertia Switch

    1998 FORD RANGER, 2.3L, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 300, 000 MILES

    related to safety, inertia-switch

    I checked power to relay I have a constant hot I have a hot with the key no power to inertia switch. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, May 14th, 2..

  • Ford Ranger Popping The 50 Amp Ignition Fuse Under Hood

    1998 FORD RANGER, 2.5L, 2WD, MANUAL, 200, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, fuse

    I drove my truck to a job went to start it when I was leaving and nothing found the 50 amp fuse under hood was bad replaced it had dash lights again, but tried to start it and it popped the fuse ag..

  • Ford Ranger Power Windows Stopped Working

    1998 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 114, 000 MILES

    related to body, window, not-working

    Power windows stopped working. I went to fuse panel- roadside dash side plate-and the 10 amp fuse was blown. Tried 15 amp-blown, 20 amp-blown and then 25 amp the windows the windows worked fine bu..

  • Ford Ranger Rear Door Stuck Closed

    1998 FORD RANGER, 150, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, symptoms, open

    Rear door is stuck closed and cable pull will not release it. How do I get it open? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, May 26th, 2019 AT 8:54 AM ..

  • Ford Ranger Taillights And Brake Lights Not Working

    1998 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 100, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, brake-light, not-working

    We changed the brake pedal and then lights don't work. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, July 28th, 2019 AT 3:57 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Turn Signals Not Working

    1998 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 160, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, turn-signal, not-working

    I recently replaced the wiper motor plug and multi-function switch. Before, the problem was wipers inoperable. Now the wipers work along with everything else, but the turn signals do not work. ..

  • Ford Ranger Windshield Wipers

    1998 FORD RANGER, 2.3L, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 160, 000 MILES

    related to body, windshield, replace-remove

    My windshield wipers do not work. I checked the fuse and the relay, they are good. I replaced the wiper motor for $ 60.00. I installed a different switch. Nothing has worked. My VIN is 1FTYR10C..

  • Ford Ranger Windshield Wipers And Windows Work Intermittently

    1998 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 122, 000 MILES

    related to body, wiper, fuse

    Sometimes the wipers and windows work and sometimes they don't. Sometimes the wipers work but not the windows, and sometimes the windows work but not the wipers. Sometimes the wipers stop completel..

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