2000 Ford Ranger Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

  • 2000 Ford Ranger 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.

  • 2000 Ford Ranger 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.

  • 2000 Ford Ranger 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.

  • 2000 Ford Ranger 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.

  • 2000 Ford Ranger 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.

  • 2000 Ford Ranger 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.

  • 2000 Ford Ranger Rear Drum Brakes Grab, Lock when First Driving

    Moisture inside the rear brake drum assemblies can cause the rear drum brakes to grab, or lock when first driving. Inspect the rear brakes, replace the rear shoes as needed, and make any adjustments. The back side of the backing plate needs to be sealed where moisture can get into the drums to prevent this from recurring.

  • 2000 Ford Ranger 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.

  • 2000 Ford Ranger Updated Differential Clutch Kit Available if Rear End Noise is Heard

    If a noise from the rear end is heard when going around turns or after driving at highway speed for an extended period, this could be caused by a failing deferential clutch kit. An updated differential clutch kit available.

2000 Ford Ranger Questions and Answers

Related Questions

  • Ford Ranger Coolant Temp Sensor And Sender, Which Is Which And...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 109, 544 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, coolant-temperature-sensor, location

    Thermostat was stuck open, so replaced it and cleaned up sensors. Now forgot which is which, sensor with a cylinder tip - sender? Sensor with a pointed tip - sensor for pcm? Also need to know the ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000Ford Ranger

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 65, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, water-pump

    My rig has a high pitched squeal when it starts up. The belts appear in good order. Could this be my water pump? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesda..

  • Ford Ranger One Of My Spark Plugs Is Getting Wet

    2000 FORD RANGER, 235 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, wet

    I have a 2000 ford ranger 3.0l is a 6 cylinder I have a little problem one of my spark plugs is getting wet I have changed the spark plug and the injector and its still getting wet what can it be ..

  • Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2000 FORD RANGER, 83, 500 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have a 2000 ford ranger 4.0 scan says bank 2 sensor 1 oxygen sen bad I changed passenger side and 1 after catalytic converter still no luck new air filter new plugs n wires at 60000 miles had 2 re..

  • Ford Ranger Black Smoke

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 165, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, black-smoke

    2000 ford ranger 3.0 ltr flex fuel blows black smoke after running for a few seconds @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, January 28th, 2011 AT 4:57 P..

  • Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Blinking Cel

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 100, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Hi my ford ranger 4cyl 2.5l just had a fuel pump replaced and ran great last night but today it has a rough idle when stopped and blinking cel that comes on and off. Any idea on what to do now? ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger CODES PO135 & P1131

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 207, 178 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0135

    I keep getting these codes I have replaced spark plugs, both 02 sensors, maf sensor, water pump, thermostat and housing, air filter, I have checked for air leaks in hoses and manifold it runs ..

  • Ford Ranger Continous Blown Fuses

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 150, 000 MILES

    related to general, fuse-test

    Ok so I have a 2000 Ford Ranger manual v6 3.0L. A week ago the alternator volt regulator fuse blew. I replaced it along with the battery bc it was bad as well. Today the fuse blew and everytime I tr..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Dash Area Clicking

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 180, 000 MILES

    related to interior, dashboard, click

    2000 4.0L 4x4 Ford Ranger, Has a clicking noise which sounds like contacts making and breaking repeatedly only when vehicle is traveling down the road. The noise seems to come from the area to the..

  • Ford Ranger Why Does My Truck Have Bubbles In The Coolant...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 151, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, coolant-reservoir, replace-remove

    I have no coolant in my oil, no white smoke out the exhaust. No overheating problem, so I dont know if its my headgasket or not. What could be causing this. I just replaced my water pump, after i..

  • Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Trailer Light Trouble

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 90, 000 MILES

    related to general, trailer

    I have a 2000 ford ranger. All lights work fine on the truck but when I use the left turn on the trailer, the turn and brake sighal don't work. I checked the bulb it is ok. The vom metter showes fl..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Fuel Sending Problem

    2000 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 156 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-level-sensor, replace-remove

    Changed fuel filter out with a new drove fine till I got home all sparks plug are fine checked fuses fine and cleaned the fuel out dumped gas treatment in it and still acting up what do you think it..

  • Ford Ranger Help

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 141, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter

    I have a 2000 ford ranger. My engine light went on a few days before. I started it up, when I put it in gear it jump and dies. Could it be catalytic converter or fuel injection or vacum valve. I ne..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Help

    2000 FORD RANGER, 2.0L, 4 CYL, AUTOMATIC

    related to ignition, spark-plug

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger & when I start it is starts shaking bad & yesterday It didn't even wanna start what can I get to fix it I have Got New Spark Plugs & It Still Does It @media..

  • Ford Ranger Hit A Deer With My 2000 Ford Ranger And It Smashed Up...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 86, 000 MILES

    related to body, fender, interchange

    Hit a deer with my 2000 Ford Ranger and it smashed up the grill, left front fender, and hood. Have a 1994 Ranger and would like to know if the body parts from the 1994 will fit on the 2000 @me..

  • Ford Ranger I'm Misfiring On #2 And #6 Cylinder On My 3.0 Flexfuel...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 19, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0300-p0399, p0306

    I'm misfiring on #2 and #6 cylinder on my 3.0 flexfuel. The codes are coming up po302 and po306. What do you think the problem might be? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding..

  • Ford Ranger I Recently Had A Hose Blow Out On Ranger And Water Got...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 115, 000 MILES

    related to steering, pump, replace-remove

    I recently had a hose blow out on Ranger and water got in the power steering pump. Of course I didn't know, so after replacing the hose, I took it for a drive. As soon as the pump started scream..

  • Ford Ranger My Solenoid Is Squeaking A Lot!

    2000 FORD RANGER, 99, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, squeak

    My mechanic said the squeaking that's driving me nuts is from the solenoid and that with the labor and parts it would be around $ 150. But that it isn't important to get fixed right now. What does a ..

  • Ford Ranger Spark Plug

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    I drive a 2000 Ford Ranger 4x4 with the 4.0L v6. For the last 18 months I have had to periodically change one spark plug (in the same cylinder) every four or 5 months. The truck has 120,000 miles, ..

  • Ford Ranger Squeaking Sound

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC

    related to general, noises, squeak

    I have a 2000 ford ranger xlt 4x4. Makes constant squeaking sound as wheels turn and gets more frequent the faster I go but stops squeaking when I apply brakes and then starts up again as I accelera..

  • Ford Ranger Temp Gauge Fluctuation

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 92, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, engine-temperature

    Temp gauge fluctuates from below cold to just above cold never higher but most of the time is below cold line. The heat works fine @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Thump

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, AUTOMATIC, 123, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, thump

    2000 Ford Ranger 4x4 3.0 supercab makes slight thump on start and stop, any help appreciated @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, March 20th, 2011 AT..

  • Ford Ranger Tie Rod Ends

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 61, 000 MILES

    related to steering, tie-rod-end, replace-remove

    Have a busted boot on an outer Tie Rod end on a 2000 Ford Ranger 4WD, how do I change it out? Do I need special tools? Is this something I can do in an afternoon on my own? @media(max-width: 96..

  • Ford Ranger The Truck Cranks Over, It Has Spark, Good Fuel...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 16, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, fuel-pressure

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger with a 3.0 Flex Fuel engine, I recently replaced the cam synchro and now the truck backfires through the intake. I followed all the steps correctly that I found online. I..

  • Ford Ranger Windshield Wipers

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 144, 000 MILES

    related to body, wiper, switch

    I have a 2000 ford ranger, it has intermittent wipers on the turn signals lever, when I turn it on it makes a humming noise, my brother hooked it up straight and put a toggle switch on it, but I wan..

  • Ford Ranger Slight White Smoke With Fluid Coming Out Of The...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 155, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, white-smoke-

    2000 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4 with 3.0L Flex Fuel Engine It has a slight white smoke with fluid coming out of the exhaust at start up, and occasionally when running. There is no water in the oil, no lo..

  • Ford Ranger 4.0 EFI Cast Iron Swap Too 4.0 SOHC

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 94, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump

    The EFI engine had a five wire plug the SHOC has a seven wire electrical connector that left me with a light green with red tracer and dark green with white tracer with no place to connect after spl..

  • Ford Ranger Bypass Security System

    2000 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 150, 000 MILES

    related to security, bypass

    Lost keys so I changed ignition and now won't even turn over. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Saturday, May 11th, 2019 AT 8:29 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 210, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My check engine light stopped working and I cannot seem to find the bulb size of just that one bulb. Do I need to replace the whole cluster because one indicator bulb went bad? Please help @medi..

  • Ford Ranger Coolent Blows Back Into Overflow Reservoir And Blows...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 140, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, coolant-reservoir, level-sensor

    Changed water pump, thermostat, radiator hoses, sensors. Water backs up in the reservoir and blows the plastic lid off and antifreeze runs out. Water gauge does not show hot but goes up to norma..

  • Ford Ranger Engine Temperature Guage

    2000 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, engine-temperature

    The coupling to the sending unit has two holes but only one wire. Is this normal? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, February 26th, 2019 AT 5:40 AM..

  • Ford Ranger Turn Signals Not Working

    2000 FORD RANGER

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

    Turn signals and flashers not working, fuses good. What is wrong? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, January 8th, 2006 AT 10:21 AM ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 118, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    Before winter I had noticed that my Ranger was acting like the engine kept shutting off. After several times of barely making it home and one time of having it towed to my local garage, I decided t..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 208, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, obd1-codes, code-27

    2000 Ford Ranger Air Bag Code 27, how to fix @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, August 23rd, 2009 AT 1:57 AM ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to security, computer

    Computer problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic i bought a used computer from the junkyard whichwas the same everything and I put it in and the truck wont start is it a pr..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger

    2000 FORD RANGER

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

    Could you please give me some advise as why my husbands ranger still won't start after replacing the fuel pump and filter, it acts as if it wants to but won't. He tryed starting it twice with start..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger, 1,300+ Miles

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to fuel-system, line

    I drove my truck around Saturday, and it worked perfectly, I didn't drive it Sunday, and I get up Monday morning for work, and while driving my Ranger stutters/putters, and kinda shakes, when ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger 2nd Opinion

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 140, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, thermostat, replace-remove

    I recently started having trouble with my 2000 ranger it is running rich, iddling erraticaly, and does not accelerate properly it also tries to die on me from time to time and is hard starting ive..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger A Clunking Noise

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 92, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, clunk

    I started hearing a noise when I turned the wheels it was kind of creeking noise, it does when I turn, when I turn standing still, when I hit a bump any ideas, power steering, front end? @m..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Antifreeze Smell Under Hood

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 75, 000 MILES

    related to body, hood

    After driving a short distance, there is an antifreeze smell coming from under the hood. I have not noticed any fluid on the ground nor any obvious leaks under the hood. The coolant in the overfl..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Battery Light Flickering

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 82, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, battery-light

    Recently I noticed the battery light ( looks like a battery, plus and minus signs etc.) Flickering on and off, then this morning stayed on for some amount of time. I just replaced the battery 8 m..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Belt Squeaks

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, squeak

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger that squeaks. I have replaced the belt, idler pulley, torison pulley, and alternator. Still squeaks. Any suggestions? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Bent Wheel.

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to tires, balance

    Tires and Wheels problem 2000 Ford Ranger Two Wheel Drive Automatic I just got my tires replaced and the tire shop informed me that one of my wheels is bent (when they had it on the spinni..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Blinker And Brake

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 12, 400 MILES

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

    The left rear blinker and brake light will not work. I have checked the bulbs, fuses, and they are fine. I also checked to make sure I was still getting fire to the plugin's and that's ok. All the..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 13, 700 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger with a 3.0 V6, my check engine light came on and it is throwing the code P0420 manifold catalyst efficiency low bank 1. I replaced the downstream oxygen sensor and cleared..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 78, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Ok my truck just failed California smog check because the check engine light does not function. I guess the light is burned out? Is this something that I can replace? I asked at autozone if this ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 12, 600 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have a 2000 4WD with about 126,000 miles. Recently, my check engine light came on. This is the first time ever and after making sure the gas cap was on tight and a couple other "by the manual" ch..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 48, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My ABS light came on and my speedometer stoped working whe the speed was under 40 Miles per hour, My friend told me its a easy problem to fix just replace ther rear speed sensor, It took me 15 mii..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 58, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Check engine light came on when it was 90 and humid today Did the same thing 3 years ago and replaced both oxygen sensors. Will the heat and humidity make the CE light come on? @medi..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 175, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I STARTED MY TRUCK AND IT RUNS SORT OF SLUGGISH, WHAT IS THE PROBLEM @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, Septemb..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Clunking Noise

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 65, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, clunk

    I have a 3.0 6cyl. I had the switching motor replaced a few months ago as my trans switched (on its own) to 4wdLOW. Anyway, we just started getting snow and while driving the other day, I started ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Dome Light Wont Go Off

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to interior, dome-light, stay-on

    Electrical problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 8o, ooo miles Hello. My dome light wont go off and the dashboard door ajar light stays on. I have looked for a button aro..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Electrical Problem?

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 15, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, relay

    Not sure if electrical or not. Engine has been running fine, then died without warning. Won't start. When engine died oil pressure indicator shut off like all console gauges do when ignition is tur..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Engine Check Light

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 10, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My engine check light is on, when I took it in for dionostic they told me it was due to a gas cap failure, is this posible? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Engine Light

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Engine problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 137k miles my check engine light came on and I went to Checkers. I ran the tester and it said I have insufficiant coolant te..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Engine Problem

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 300 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump

    I have a 3.0 flex fuel 2000 ranger every 4 months the engine will quit running put on a new fuel filter its fine for another 4 months take the fuel filter apart and theres no dirt or junk in it. T..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Exhaust Sound Sluggish Power And...

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter

    1. Make and Model of your car 2000 Ford Ranger 3.0 v6 4x4 2. Current odometer reading (approx) 113,000 3. Stick Shift or Automatic Transmission 5 speed 4. Strange sounds or smel..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Exhuast Manfold Glow Red

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 160, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, relay

    I run my truck it run fine then I turn it off late it sit start it back up and the check engine light flash and the engine runs rough than the the engine light stay on. Then when that happen I go ga..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Front End Noise

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 135, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, symptoms, noise

    Right hand front end loud squeaking sound. The upper ball joints are the sealed type, they have been lubed several times with a needle type grease fitting and the sound stops for s while. Thi..

  • Ford Ranger Fuel Cut Off Switch

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 62, 000 MILES

    related to safety, inertia-switch, location-

    Where is the fuel shut off switch on a 2000 Ford ranger? This is such an easy thing, seems so hard to find an asnswer. Course this wounld not be a problem if I had an owners manuel. The guys that t..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Fuel Gauge

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 113, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, fuel-level

    I spend most of my driving time with gas gauge pinned at top, however when I turn off engine and re-start the gauge returns to normal levels then slowly climbs again until pinned at top? @media..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Fuel System

    2000 FORD RANGER

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

    Engine Performance problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 163K miles While making a long 4.5 hour trip with a trailer in tow I filled up with regular gas at my starting p..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Hissing Noise And Loss Of Coolant

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 86, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, leak

    The other day after I was driving for about 30 mins, I parked and heard a hissing sound emanating from the passenger side front wheel well. I thought it was my tire at first, but then opened the h..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Idol

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 114, 000 MILES

    related to safety, inertia-switch

    The truck runs in great condishion but for this one thing the car starts fine the engine sounds fine but as soon as I take my foot off the gas the truck will shut off almost immediately but she will..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Just Wondering

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to body, door, handle

    2000 Ford Ranger Two Wheel Drive Automatic everything work on it fine other the the front right door handle wont open from the outside only from the inside is there anyway to fix it do I just..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Keeping It Running

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 113, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-filter

    The truck starts but won't stay running just dies right away. This happened suddenly, not really having any problems. Just drove home from work and went out about 30 minutes later and started i..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Loading Up Po176

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 158, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0176

    I bought the truck and drove it 40mil it started loading up and quit. I let set over night tried to start it it start up and ran fine. I took it to autozone to check for a code it came back po176 fu..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Lurching And Failed Code Readers

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 88, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I cant' use a code reader to fix my truck. They don't work. I bought one, tried two more to no avail. In the last tank of gas, truck idles rough, accellerates roughly in easy mode, but smooth..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger New Water Pump' New Idler Pulles

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 125, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, water-pump

    I HAVE A 2000 FORD RANGER 3.0 FLEX FUEL ENGINE, PUT ON A NEW WATER PUMP JAN. 08. AN ANOTHER ONE JULY 3 08, IT SQUEAKS , IF YOU SPRAY WD-40 IT STOPS FOR ABOUT 5 MINS. THEN STARTS AGAIN WHATS C..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger No Owners Manual

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 114, 000 MILES

    related to general, owners-manual

    Could you suggest the best oil & filter for a 2000 Ford Ranger with 114000 miles on it. Also, should I try a standard oil and add Slick 50 for high mileage vehicles? @media(max-width: 960px..

  • Ford Ranger No Acceleration Power, Check Engine Light Comes On And...

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Engine Performance problem 6 cylinder Two Wheel Drive Automatic 108,000 miles. Used to run great. A month ago fuel pump went out. Changed the pump, and the filter. Ran okay but check engine li..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Odometer & Speeometer 7 &...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 68, 800 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, odometer

    My Ranger is used primarily on weekends. Last weekend the ABS light illuminated on the dash. At the same time I noticed the speedomter and odometer were not functioning. Could these 3 items be re..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Odometer Not Working

    2000 FORD RANGER

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

    2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive I have a 2000 ford ranger flex fuel. The odometer just quit working and we cant seem to find out whats keeping it from working. Please help thank you ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Odometer/speedometer

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, odometer

    Electrical problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic I come from a family of mechanics. I can not figure out the solutions to the problems that I am encountering. My odometer..

  • Ford Ranger P0171 Code And P0174

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 60, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0171

    P0171 code came back after a week when I changed vacuum hose and changed MAF sensor. Have checked for Vac leaks cant find one. I did buy a new code reader ( equus Innova 3140 do have the freeze f..

  • Ford Ranger P1151 Code

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 126, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p1100-p1199, p1151

    Check engine light goes on at random times. Off for a few days, then on again. Took over to auto zone, came up with a host of possibilities under a p1151 reading. Wonder what might be most likely ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Panel And Tailgate Light Are Off

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to body, tailgate, fuse

    Electrical problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 100k miles When I turn on the lights, I have no lights in the panel and the tailgate. All the other lights work fine: fr..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Please Help

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, fuel-pressure

    Truck sat idle (run 1/mo) during 18 month tour to Iraq (JAN 05 - JUN 06). Ran fine 1st month. Ck engine light and rough running. Replaced plugs & better for month or so. Rough and chk eng ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Power Steering Issue

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 55, 000 MILES

    related to steering, symptoms, hard

    2000 Ford Ranger 2.5 auto. Hard to steer when I slow down to turn. Doesnt happen all the time only every now and then. Full of power steering fluid, belt tight. Only have 55,000 on the truck. Sh..

  • Ford Ranger Power Steering Fluid Type

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 156, 000 MILES

    related to steering, fluid, type

    What type of power steering fluid is use for a 2000 Ford Ranger? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, September 27th, 2010 AT 12:54 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Problem With Radiator Fluid

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 105, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, water-pump, leak

    Today my engine over heated, so I pulled over and the radiator fluid had overflowed into the resivior and had flowed right out and leaked all over the ground. Not all of it but a good amount. My be..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Rack And Pinion

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to steering, rack-and-pinion, leak

    Steering problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 73k miles hi guys, when turning the wheels, while its running, I get a grinding/ metal on metal noise. No fluid loss. ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Rear End Seizure

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 116, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug

    Howdy, On my 2000 ford ranger, the rear end seized up, as I had an unnoticed leak. It seized so badly there was a fire. I am confident I can repair the truck in my friends garage but I would..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Rear Leaf Springs

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 79, 202 MILES

    related to suspension, leaf-spring

    What is the stock cap. On the springs @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, September 27th, 2010 AT 6:30 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Replacing Ball Joints , Upper And...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, ball-joint, replace-remove

    Is this a job that I can reasonably do at home. The vehicle has coil front springs. My concern is whether I'm going to have a bear of a time getting it apart and whether it involves any pressing in ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Seat Belts

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 87, 000 MILES

    related to safety, seat-belt

    Unable to insert male end of seat belt into female end. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, November 28th, 2008 AT 4:07 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Spark Plug

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 135, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    I recently changed spark plugs and found that one had no electrode in it. After replacing the truck ran great for about 3 days. Engine codes say it is running too rich and too lean. Bought new O2..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Spark Plug Problem

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    Engine Mechanical problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 100K miles It is a 4.0L 6 CYL engine and on CYL#3 only, I have had to replace (2) spark plugs with a year. What ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Spark Plugs

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    Engine Mechanical problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 100K miles What would cause spark plugs to wear out quickly. I have replaced (2) plugs in CYL 3 in less than a ye..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Speed Odometer

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 91, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, odometer

    When I reach 40 mps speed odometer jumps to 0 sometimes it just jumps up and down it mostly does this when I put on brakes put on new speed sensor did not help also a few times it acted like trans. ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Speedometer

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 180, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, speedometer

    My speedometer sticks from 55-60mph and then after that it gets better again. I have installed an aftermarket guage cluster background and I was just wondering if maybe I pushed the needle on to far..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Squealing Sound

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to general, noises, squeal

    Noises problem 2000 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic I have a 2000 ford ranger, 4cly. 2 wheele drive. I have a squealing sound coming form my truck it gets louder when you press..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger/ Temp. Guage/ Low Reading

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, engine-temperature

    I noticed today that my Temperature guage barely moved after a short trip of about 3 miles. The morning temperature was in the low 30(s). The vehicle's heater was blowing warm, but not hot ai..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Tire Spindles And Tire Rods

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 96, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, spindle, estimate

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger that has about 96,000 miles. I have had new tire rods put on it just under a year ago at a Ford Dealership, and less than three months later they broke again. Now still ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Truck Shakes

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug

    I was accelerating from a stop sign and my truck started violently shaking. It has never done this before. It shook every time I easily tried to accelerate. When I gunned it, the truck didnt shake...

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Truck Spits And Spuders

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 112, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust

    When I accelerate my trucks want to spuders. You can hear cracks in the exhaust flow. Exhaust is hotter than normal but not glowing red. When I check my car the heat sheld wasn't glowing but underne..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Turning Signal / Hazard Lights Not...

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 182, 000 MILES

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

    I've replaced the Signal Relay and they still don't work. Not really sure where to look next. They had been working fine until a couple weeks ago then they worked erratically and now nothing at a..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Water Pump-

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to engine-cooling, water-pump, pulley

    Engine Performance problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 112k miles I am in the process of replacing the water pump in my 3.0L Ford Ranger, and I'm having a problem gett..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Water Pump?

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to engine-cooling, water-pump

    Engine Cooling problem 2000 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic my truck just started pouring out water when I stopped to go into work im not sure if its the water pump of maybe jus..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Water Pump Replacement

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, water-pump, replace-remove

    Removed radiator and fan shroud, how do I getthe fan off the water pump assembly or should I just try to take the pump and fan assembly off as a unit from the engine. i already donated some none..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger Wierd Idling

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 112, 000 MILES

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

    Alright my check engine light is on and my truck idles around 700 rpm whatever gear im in. I have changed the fuel pump, fuel injector, fuel filter, plug and wires, and o2 sensor. I dont know wh..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 Ford Ranger XL 4WD 3.0L V-6 170,000 Mi.

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to suspension, lower-control-arm, bushings

    I have a lot of sqeaking and screaching noise in my suspension when going over bumps or turning. I was told by the Ford dealership service advisor that I could grease my upper control arm bushings, ..

  • Ford Ranger 2000 XLT Ford Ranger 4 Cyl-check Engine, Abs, Airbag...

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to safety, airbag

    I recently ran off the road due to a tire blowout and encountered some rough terrain. Two days following that, my airbag light came, followed by the ABS, and then the check engine light - next t..

  • Ford Ranger Check Engine Light On 2000 Ford Ranger

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    2000 Ford Ranger Super, 105,000 miles, 6 cylinder. Just wondering what would cause the check engine light to come on? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } W..

  • Ford Ranger Courtesy Door Light Switch

    FORD RANGER

    related to body, door, switch

    I have a 2000 ranger 4x4 extended cab the door ajar light on the dash goes on and off and so does the over head light. I cant find were the door switch is at I have looked all over the door jams wit..

  • Ford Ranger Cylinder 4 Problems

    FORD RANGER

    related to steering, steering-wheel, symptoms, broken

    I have a 2000 ford ranger xlt 4x4 auto 4.0L. I had a problem w/cylinder 4 not firing. I pulled plug and found that the ceramic electrode on bottom of plug had busted off into cylinder. I cleaned out..

  • Ford Ranger Dome Lights

    FORD RANGER

    related to interior, dome-light

    2000 Ford Ranger 53,000miles 6 cyl. The dome lights and outside rear cab lights came on when I started my truck and I was unable to turn them off even when turning off the truck. Any suggestions?..

  • Ford Ranger Flex Fuel Sensor

    FORD RANGER

    related to fuel-system, fuel-level-sensor, estimate

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger 3.0 Liter V6 Flex Fuel Engine. I have been trying to get this inspected and the system keeps coming up with an error in the Flex Fuel sensor. We checked the wiring harness ..

  • Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Engine Codes

    FORD RANGER

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0133

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger with 95,000 miles and a 3.0 liter engine that has had an intermittent check engine light for the last few months. It will ocassionally idle rough and also have strong odor ..

  • Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Gas Pedal Broken

    FORD RANGER

    related to interior, gas-pedal

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger, mileage is around 62,000. The gas pedal lies flat on the floor and has no play in it. I cannot drive the truck and it is just sitting at the end of my driveway. Is this s..

  • Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Rattle

    FORD RANGER

    related to general, noises, rattle

    2000 Ford Ranger 70000 Miles, 4 wheel drive, auto, 4.0 V6 I have a rattle at a couple different times. When I accelerate hard, at the upshift it will rattle pretty violently. It also rat..

  • Ford Ranger Head Light Bulbs

    FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, headlight

    Need to changfe my headlight bulbson my 2000 Ranger XLT (145,000 mi V6), but I can't get them out. Don't want to break anything. And want to make sure I am doing it properly. Please advise. @..

  • Ford Ranger Outside Door Handle 2000 Ford Ranger

    2000 FORD RANGER

    related to body, door, handle, replace-remove

    How do I replace the outside door handle on my 2000 Ford Ranger. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, November 12th, 2007 AT 8:44 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Replacing Auto Lock

    FORD RANGER

    related to body, door, lock, auto-locking

    I have a 2000 Ford Ranger with 64000 miles. How do I change the automatic door lock? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, March 12th, 2007 AT 2:08 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Fuel System

    2000 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 220, 000 MILES

    related to safety, inertia-switch

    Hi guys again I have a 2000 ford ranger 3.0 v6 like I was saying before I turn the truck on and I hear hmmm from the fuel pump guessing that its not the fuel pump but there is no pressure what so ev..

  • Ford Ranger Radio, Temperature Gauge And Speedometer Not Working

    2000 FORD RANGER, 0.5L, 4 CYL, AUTOMATIC, 139, 000 MILES

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

    Radio is not working, temperature gauge is not working, speedometer is not working. Everything else is working. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Saturda..

  • Ford Ranger No Circulation In Rad.

    2000 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 230, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator

    Would a stopped up heater core restrict circulation in radiator to almost none? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, January 17th, 2016 AT 6:46 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger No Turn Signal, Hazards Or Brake Lights

    2000 FORD RANGER, 3.2L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 200, 000 MILES

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

    Checked fuses and bulbs. New multi-function switch replaced. Still nothing. What else can we do? Please and thank you. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Ranger Only One Turn Signal Does Not Work

    2000 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 288, 000 MILES

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

    All lights, flashers, turn signals work except the rear driver side turn signal. The same bulb is used for flashers and it works just fine but not as a turn signal. @media(max-width: 960px) { ..

  • Ford Ranger P-0401

    2000 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, MANUAL, 160, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0400-p0499, p0401

    Have a stumble at a steady speed like twenty five to thirty mph. I already changed EGR valve and pressure feedback sensor and hoses. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } ..

  • Ford Ranger Power Steering Problem

    2000 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, V6, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 187, 000 MILES

    related to steering, rack-and-pinion

    Replaced steering rack, all four shocks, upper and lower ball joints, tie rods, steering bled, and had vehicle aligned. Problem is while driving steering wheel is centered and alignment is..

  • Ford Ranger White Smoke With Excessive Water Out Muffler

    2000 FORD RANGER, 1.3L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 189, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, white-smoke-

    White smoke at start up. Went undercarriage and seen a stream of constant water out the muffler right before the tail end small hole in muffler. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;p..

2000 Ford Ranger Maintenance and Repair