2002 Ford Ranger Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

  • 2002 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.

  • 2002 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.

  • 2002 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.

  • 2002 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light and Hesitation or Stumbling While Driving

    Many customers state that whule driving their vehicle, the engine will hesitate, stumble, or lose power. In more severe cases, the EGR valve can be physically damaged. In all cases, the check engine light will be illuminated, and diagnostic trouble codes will be stored in the PCM.

    Diagnosis of the issue has concluded the differential pressure feedback EGR sensor (DPFE) is at fault many times, and incorrectly measures exhaust gas re-circulation (EGR) pressure.

    Correction of the issue requires a diagnostic scan, identification of the faulty sensor, and, ultimately, the sensor and EGR valve may require replacement. In some models, the DPFE sensor is integrated into the EGR valve, and must be replaced together.

  • 2002 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.

  • 2002 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.

  • 2002 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.

  • 2002 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.

  • 2002 Ford Ranger 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.

  • 2002 Ford Ranger Worn Timing Chain Cassettes May Cause Rattling Noise From Engine

    A rattling noise from the engine may indicate that the timing chain cassette is worn. Our technicians tell us that installing an updated cassette and timing chain tensioner should correct this concern.

2002 Ford Ranger Questions and Answers

Related Questions

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    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 200 MILES

    related to warning-lights, brake-warning-light

    I don't know much about auto. I searched the web and looked around junk yards (I could only find 1998. It wasn't much of a help) to troubleshoot this no brake warning light. I was unable to get an a..

  • Ford Ranger Chime Shortly After I Start Moving?

    2002 FORD RANGER, 177, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, beep

    I have a 2002 Ford Ranger with 177,000 miles on it. Recently I've been getting a chime shortly after I start moving and every half hour after. It chimes five sequences of five chimes each and then s..

  • Ford Ranger Heard A Metal Grinding Noise And Stalled

    2002 FORD RANGER, 16, 500 MILES

    related to general, noises, grind

    1st I would be driving and the truck would miss and then continue driving, but I was driving and heard a metal grinding noise and the truck died and now I cannot turn the engine from the harmonic b..

  • Ford Ranger Rich Code P0175

    2002 FORD RANGER, 99, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0175

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  • Ford Ranger Car Stalls And Knocks After Repair

    2002 FORD RANGER, 190, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, knock

    2002 ford ranger. Truck was running rough. I did a oil change and changed out the spark plugs and air filter. Wires are only about 2 years old. Car still ran rough so it sat until I could afford to ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 39, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    2002 Ford Ranger, mileage: 39,000. I have been to the shop twice for the check engine light coming on. Each time it was an O2 sensor, first one before the catalytic converter then the one after we..

  • Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 82, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

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  • Ford Ranger Chuggin

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 100, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-injector

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  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Clunking Sound

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 182, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, clunk

    When the truck is in drive or reverse I have a loud clunking sound coming from the center of the truck. I looked underneath the truck and where the trans meets the engine theres oil and grease leaki..

  • Ford Ranger Clunking And Squeaking In Front Supinsions...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 141, 500 MILES

    related to general, noises, clunk

    . My 2002 Ford Ranger 4x2 XLT with the 3.0 liter and 141,500 miles has a clunking in the right side front and a squeaking in the right side front supenisons or streeing. @media(max-width: 960px)..

  • Ford Ranger Fuses

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 180, 000 MILES

    related to general, fuse-test

    Which fuse is for the fog lights? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Saturday, March 12th, 2011 AT 7:03 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Headlights

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 110, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, headlight, relay

    Went to the QT and when I pulled up I noticed the headlilghts weren't on, only the fog lights. I don't know how long I've been driving without headlights. I rarely drive at night, only from work..

  • Ford Ranger Heater Not Putting Out Any Heat, Using Lots Of Coolant...

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, replace-remove

    Heater not putting out any heat, using lots of coolant. No sign of coolant on floorboard?Just replaced radiator and thermostat due to overheating @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;..

  • Ford Ranger Interior Light Stays On

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL

    related to interior, interior-lights, stay-on

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  • Ford Ranger Are The Lower Control Arms The Same For A 4wd And A...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 160 MILES

    related to suspension, lower-control-arm

    Several parts dealers do not recognize a ford ranger edge with torsion bar suspension that is 2wd. They only list a torsion bar suspension on 4wd. I believe the control arms they show for a four wh..

  • Ford Ranger Noise At Low Speeds - Ford Ranger

    2002 FORD RANGER, 60, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, whirring

    2002 Ford Ranger 4.0 L SOHC 5 speed manual transmission Whirring noise at low speed, low rpm, most pronounced in lower gears, mostly when starting in 2nd, all only when clutch is engaged an..

  • Ford Ranger Obc Code And Check Engine Light On

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, 112, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    2002 ford ranger pick up throwing obc code P1121 - check engine light is on - need to have smogged this month; what do I need to replace/check? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;..

  • Ford Ranger Rear Leaf Spring Mounts

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 154, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, leaf-spring, estimate

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  • Ford Ranger How Do I Repair Codes P1132,p1138,p1152

    2002 FORD RANGER, 98, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p1100-p1199, p1138

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  • Ford Ranger Seat Belt Warning Light & Chime & Intermittent Wiper...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 200, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, seat-belt-light

    I am not sure which subcategory my question needs to be in since I don't know what's causing my problem. It could be either GEM or warning light or wiring. It may be something to do with SRS. T..

  • Ford Ranger Security

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 18, 000 MILES

    related to security

    I have an I lock security thing on my truck where I have to wave this thing under the steering wheel til it beeps. Well I lost that thing and the company is out of buisness what should I do? @me..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Squeaks When AC Is On

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 83, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, squeak

    2002 Ford Ranger mileage: 83,000. About two weeks ago I noticed a rather annoying belt squeak. The sound came only after initially cranking over the engine, turning on the A/C, and turning the cor..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Squeaks When I Go Over Rough Terrain

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 72, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, squeak

    2002 Ford Ranger mileage: 72,000. Whenever I drive over bumpy terrain, the front of my truck makes a squeaky sound ( like a bed). Even when I drive over loose gravel I can feel a difference, my tr..

  • Ford Ranger Is Ther A Trrick Or Tool Get Get The Spark Plug Wire...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 135, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, plug-wire

    I have a 2.3L 4cyl in my Ranger. The spark plug wires are very difficult to get off. I got the first two off but my hands are too big to get into the small space to get the back two off. Just wonder..

  • Ford Ranger Thermostat Not Moving

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 105, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, thermostat

    I drove 100 miles last night in 35 degree weather. My thermostat on my 2002 4 cyl ranger never moved above cold. My check engine light is on. What should I do? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { ..

  • Ford Ranger Security Light On

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 150 MILES

    related to warning-lights, security-light

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  • Ford Ranger Codes Po303, Po171 And PO174

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 211, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0300-p0399, p0303

    Top portion of the engine has been rebuilt. Check engine light has come back on, there is a definite misfire it is pulling codes po303, po171 and PO174. Replace spark plugs and wires MAF sensor an..

  • Ford Ranger CD Stuck In CD Player

    2002 FORD RANGER, 2.3L, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 58, 000 MILES

    related to interior, cd-player, cd-stuck

    My CD player will not eject the number one CD and the gate will not open. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Wednesday, June 20th, 2018 AT 4:04 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger Dash Dimmer Wiring Or Switch?

    2002 FORD RANGER, 2.3L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 110, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, headlight, dimmer-switch

    Took dash apart to get to dimmer switch. Dome lights work of switch but NO dash lights. Tested all 4 wire to dimmer and 3 have no voltage and one has 12+. Do not know if if is suppose to be like tha..

  • Ford Ranger Dash Lights Partially Out

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 170, 000 MILES

    related to interior, dashboard, light

    Bought this truck and only a small area of the dash lights work. I replaced the dash lights with LED lights but the exact same area is all that comes on still. Thinking it is somewhere in electrical..

  • Ford Ranger Extreme Coolant Leak And Heaps Of White Smoke!

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 170, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, white-smoke-

    While driving yesterday, my temp gauge shot up to its limit so I pulled over. Lots of white coolant smoke came from the engine compartment underneath the hood from what looked like from the engine ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Brake Light Problem

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, brake-light, switch

    My brake lights suddenly stopped working, I changed the fuses, replaced the brake light switch, replaced the bulbs.I'm lost now, what do you think. It's a ford ranger 2002, 64000 miles.4.0 engin..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 94, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, headlight

    Headlights are on low beam in high beam or flash to pass. Headlights are on high beam when they should be low. EXACTLY BACKWARDS. Just purchased truck. Headlight bulbs are Sylvania 9007. Wirig does..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger 3.0L

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to body, wiper, relay

    I replaced the fuse and wiper motor (which was seized) on my 2002 Ranger. Alas the wipers still do not work. Is there a wiper relay on this model and if so where the heck is it? The switch is good..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger 60 Mph Shake

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 44, 000 MILES

    related to tires, symptoms, shake

    I had new tires put on my truck blanced but not sure if it was aligned, but either way when driving, the truck shakes once you get to 60mph but if you go over 75 mph the shake stops, any suggesti..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Air Bag Trouble Code 46

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to trouble-codes, obd1-codes, code-46

    My 02 Ranger with a 3.0 engine and 128,000 miles has been great except for this darn trouble code that seems to come and go. Someone told me it was a seat belt pre-tensioner. I removed the seat belt..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Alarm

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to security

    Electrical problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic the theft light has came on and the pickup will not start. How do I get it to start. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Battery Light

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 87, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, battery-light

    Last week replaced compressor, then battery light came on two days later. Replaced battery. Battery light still on. Midas technician says they tested alternator and its ok. Also the dial that s..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Bulb Replacement

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, running-light

    Electrical problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic How do I replace front side marker lights? I was told I had to remove grill. I removed screws on top but don't know how t..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger CD Stuck In CD Player

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 50, 000 MILES

    related to interior, cd-player, cd-stuck

    I have a 2002 Ford Ranger Edge with 50,000 miles on it. The problem I'm having is with the factory installed In dash 6 CD player. I have a cd that is stuck in the CD player and will not eject. ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 176 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Check engine light is on, I changed the oil, someone told me that the spark plugs would cause the check engine light to come on. Is this true? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;p..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Computer problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 60K+ miles I have reset the light but it is back on as fast as I reset it. I have a heavy exaust odor which I didn't have ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light And Under Hood...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 107, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Autozone pulled a code 171 and 174 for me. I replaced a mass airflow sensor and all was good for 2 days, now check engine light is back on and a hissing noise from the intake area idles rough and s..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light Is On

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 89, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have replaced all plugs, wires, coil pack, fuel injectors and also had a valve test done, truck stiill runs back & not firing on cylinders #3 & #5 Sirs What Is Wrong with..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light On

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 117, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    What can I do to correct problem code P0171? I have already replaced all 3 oxygen sensors. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010 ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Check Engine Light P1537

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 75, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have a p1537 code. Intake manifold runner control stuck open (bank) 1. I can not find any info on this problem and where exacty where it is on my truck. Can u help with any info or diagrams where ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger DRIVERS SIDE DOOR PANEL

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to body, door, panel, replace-remove

    Interior problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 70K miles HOW DO I REMOVE THE DRIVERS SIDE INTERIOR DOOR PANEL TO GAIN ACCESS TO POWER WINDOW MOTOR? CLIPS, SCREWS? ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Emissions/Fuel/Sensors

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES

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

    About thirty minutes into my daily commute home, the vehicle started loosing power, no matter how hard I hit the accelerator the truck would not go over 50mph or 3100 rpm. When the truck is in par..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Front End Noise

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to suspension, symptoms, noise

    Drive Train Axles Bearings problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 2002 Ranger, 62,000 miles. 32k miles when I bought it, and had an unusual noise in the (I think) front..

  • Ford Ranger Fuel Filter Location

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to fuel-system, fuel-filter, location

    Where is fuel filter located on 2002 extended cab Ford Ranger 2.3 L? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, April 14th, 2009 AT 7:42 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Fuel Leak

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to fuel-system, fuel-leak

    2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic fuel is leaking from the top of the gas tank, but only when the engine is running. I can't see where the fuel is actually leaking from, but ..

  • Ford Ranger FUELING PROBLEM

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 108, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump

    When try to gas my truck up at the pump, the fueling start out fine but after a minute the pump start clicking like the tank is full but the tank is empty. It takes about 15 minutes just to put fiv..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Headlamps Not Working

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, headlight, not-working

    Electrical problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual A few days ago I went on a short trip and it became night and my headlamps did not come on when turning on the switch. What ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Headlight Removal

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 85, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, headlight, replace

    I'm trying to replace the grille, but in attempting grille renoval, it looks like fhe headlights need to come out in order to gain access to 4 of the bottom retaining clips. I haven"t figured out ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Horrible Rattle.

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 81, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, rattle

    I have a 02 Ranger 4x4 have a really bad noise (like a rattle or vibration) coming from the front passenger side under the hood. I lifted the hood and cannot pin point the location of the noise I ha..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger HOW TO REPLACE THE COOLING BY-PASS...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 90, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, leak

    The truck is losing all of it's water from a hose that wraps back around the engine and connects to the bottom of the cooling reservoir. This bypass is made of steel tubing and hose connections. I c..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger I Dont No Where Its Leaking From Plz...

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to body, hood, release

    Transmission problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic i was driving on the highway and the truck rpm goes up and no go, so I pulled over and it was leaking from what I thou..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Loud Chirping And Uncommon Stall-...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 62, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, chirp

    For the last 3 months my truck has chipped loudly when I initially turn the car on and when I am not on the throttle. It has began to stall out at stop lights and stutter at around 40mph. When it do..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Low Gas Mileage

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 50, 000 MILES

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

    The ford dealership replaced my injectors and updated truck computer. The truck runs fine but I am getting on the average 7 miles per gallon less. What things would cause this?I need more informatio..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger My Engine Light Came On

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 80, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Started my pickup drove to store went in store came out of store started my pickup and check engine light came on and I noticed my charge needle dropping. I shut engine off started engine again and ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Noise

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 65, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, cap

    When the truck sits for a day or two upon starting and while warming up, sometimes before it get hot, the check gauge light comes on, and there is a noise from the engine, if I rev the engine, ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Noise In Front End

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 50, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, symptoms, noise

    I keep hearing a creeking noise in the front of my truck all the time. Have new tires, front end was checked and serviced. Could there be a problem with the cv joints, and if so what can be done? ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger OBD Codes P0460 P0461

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 66, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0400-p0499, p0461

    I am getting codes P0460 and P0461 and CEL is lit. When cleared, these codes return a short time later, generally within 30 - 100 miles. Fuel gauge is working fine. What could be the ca..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Oil Pressure Gauge.

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 72, 100 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, oil-pressure

    Once the engine warms up, and I stop for a red traffic light and wait for it to change, what's causing the oil pressure gauge to wig out, flutter back and forth like it's going cardiac? Than..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Open Door Beep Won't Go Off

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 164, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, chime

    My door ajar light won't go off and I have to disconnect the battery to stop the beeping. I was told to check the sensors inside of the doorjam to see which is faulty. Whats my next step in repairng..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Oxygen Sensor Replaced, Check Engine...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 93, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Ford Ranger 2002, 93,000 miles 2wd, 4cyl. I recently had one of the Oxygen Sensors replaced on my Ford Ranger. The check engine light had been on. After the new O2 sensor was put in the check engi..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Poor Starting

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 118, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, location

    The truck runs well, but after a stop of one hour or more takes much cranking to start, Main dealer says new fuel pump $ 1000 plus, but that seems wrong, because if it is without fuel the pump sho..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Replace Light Bulbs Behind The Tach

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 80, 000 MILES

    related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, tachometer

    How do I get to the light bulbs behind the tach to replace them when one has burned out? How do you get the clear plastic cover off that's in the dash to get to the light bulbs? @media(max-widt..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Replacing The Cooling System...

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to engine-cooling, thermostat, replace-remove

    Heater problem 2002 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual Where is the thermostat located and how can I replace it? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Rough Idle And Running, Check Engine...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 13, 600 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    This problem started ubruptly. I started the truck and it ran very rough, like cylinders were missing. It was worse with acceleration, and it was running so rough the truck was shaking. Then th..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Running Horribly!

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 126, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    While driving down the interstate, my truck suddenly refused to go over 60mph. It idles VERY low, and in doing so, makes the entire truck shudder. Diagnostics showed a code that said my ignition ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Runs Back

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 89, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, coil, replace-remove

    Replaced all plugs, wires, coil pack, fuel injectors, had valves checked, code still says coil bad @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Tuesday, Februa..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Spark Knock

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 132, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, knock

    Truck spark knocks a lot under moderate loads. Premium fuel helps a little but not much. Put a code reader on it but it doesn't throw any codes. Truck has done this for many miles. I believe the spa..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Spark Plug #3 Covered With Oil

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4 CYL, 2WD, MANUAL, 182, 327 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    I recently had my system diagnosed. It read a miss fire on spark plug number 3. When I had the plugs replaced cylinder #3 plug was cover with oil. Its only in that one cylinder. I have searched arou..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Spark Plugs Sooted Up

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to ignition, spark-plug

    Engine Mechanical problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic the plugs are sooted up and black smoke and soot come from the exaust @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { displa..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Squeaky Motor

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 79, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, water-pump, pulley

    My ford ranger recently started making a squeaky noise so I thought it could be the belt so I changed it out but still kept squeaking. So I thought it could be one of the pullies so I change those a..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger System Shut Off

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 98, 000 MILES

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

    My ranger 3.0 v6 seems to cut out in power on a grade and gets stuck and jolts 3 to 4 times like the fuel pump fails and chokes for some reason. It does it on a grade or excelerating fast. It remin..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger TAIL LIGHT REPLACEMENT

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 41, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, running-light

    I would like to replace the tail light bulb. I've removed the two screws that hold the driver's side tail light in place. I noted that the tail light is fastened either with clips or posts on the ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Temp Sensors

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 67, 000 MILES

    related to steering, symptoms, pull

    On the front of the engine sitting on top of the thermistat housing are the two temperature sensors, one with a gray cap plug and the other with an orange cap plug. Which one goes to the computer a..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Temperature Gauge Getting Hot

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 18, 200 MILES

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

    I have this ford ranger which the temperature gauge recently has been showing sporatically edging up near the "H" and then staying but not exactly getting up to the "H" on gauge and then it will dro..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger TRUCK SQUEALS THEN SPUTTERS AND...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 114, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, squeal

    I HAVE AN 02 RANGER EDGE 3.0L V6 RECENTLY STARTED HAVING AN ISSUE WHERE I WOULD BE DRIVING THE MOTOR WOULD MAKE A SQUEAL THE SPUTTER AND TRY TO DIE IF I PRESS THE GAS IT WILL KEEP UP WITHOUT DIEING ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Turn Signals

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 72, 100 MILES

    related to exterior-light, turn-signal

    Why is my left turn signal blinking faster than my right turn signal? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 AT 4:48 PM ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Whining Sound In Fromt End

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to general, noises, whine

    Drive Train Axles Bearings problem 2002 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic Truck has a whining sound in the front end. The 4x4 seems to work fine. The front dif has the right oil ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ford Ranger Will Not Complete All Readiness...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 6 CYL, 4WD, MANUAL, 82, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, manifold

    Recently my O2 sensor wires fell onto my exhaust manifold. The wires melted, shorted, and caused a few trouble codes. I fixed them and now I am getting a trouble code saying it is running lean ..

  • Ford Ranger 2002 Ranger Coolant

    2002 FORD RANGER

    related to engine-cooling, oil-in-coolant

    I have a 2002 Ranger with the 3.0 V6, 5spd manual trans and 36,000 miles. The truck is 2WD. The coolant is brown, and has an oily feel to it, though the engine is not over heating, nor is the oi..

  • Ford Ranger Check Engine Light Stays On Once Truck Is Started

    FORD RANGER

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have a 2002 Ford Ranger XLT v6. Last week the "Check Engine" light came on and will not go off. The light is solid and stays on immediately after starting the truck. I had the auto shop teacher..

  • Ford Ranger Chirping Sound Underneath Engine Compartment

    FORD RANGER

    related to general, noises, chirp

    2002 Ford Ranger XL 3.0 - 120,000 miles When my wife starts her truck there is a chirping sound that comes from beneath the engine compartment. It sounds like a bird chirping continuously. It..

  • Ford Ranger Ford Ranger Electrical Pulse

    FORD RANGER

    related to exterior-light, running-light

    I have a 2002 Ford Ranger XLT, 3.0 ltr V-6, 51,500 miles. The truck runs great. When the lights are on at night I notice a pulse almost like a fast heartbeat in all of the lighting. Headlights, t..

  • Ford Ranger Fuel Filter

    FORD RANGER

    related to fuel-system, fuel-filter

    Hi folks, I own a 2002 ford ranger 3.0 v6 fuel flex 4x2 pickup, and I purchased a replacement fuel filter. Before I start, I want to know if 1. I need to release any fuel pressure before beginnin..

  • Ford Ranger Hole In My Gas Tank.

    FORD RANGER

    related to fuel-system, tank

    2002 Ford Ranger extra cab 2 door. 73,000 miles manual transmision, 2 wheel drive 3.0 efi I was mounting an amp in my back seat and like and I didnt check what I was drilling into. I poked a f..

  • Ford Ranger Possible Hidden Damage When Rear Ended?

    FORD RANGER

    related to body, bumper

    2002 Ford Ranger extended cab 67000mi. Manual trans. I was rear ended. I was stopped, he hit me at maybe 25 mph? Twice! Passengerside. Appeared to have only messed up the bumper, however, las..

  • Ford Ranger Squealing Noise

    FORD RANGER

    related to general, noises, squeal

    2002 FORD RANGER XLT. AUTO TRANS. SIX CYL. THE MILEAGE IS 73813. THERE IS A SQUEALING NOISE THAT GETS LOUDER AS I ACCELERATE. THE NOISE COMES FROM THE BACK OF THE ENGINE TOWARD THE CAB. I NEED TO ..

  • Ford Ranger Squealing Noise

    FORD RANGER

    related to general, noises, squeal

    I have a 2002 ford ranger xlt. Six cyl. Auto trans. I asked a question about a week ago about my truck having a loud squealing noise and did receive an answer. I was told it was probably the cam po..

  • Ford Ranger Water In Intake

    FORD RANGER

    related to interior, water

    2002 Ford Ranger Super 4X4 (V6 4.0L) Milage-9800 I was four wheeling on a road that had wash-outs and I drove off the road into a ditch with water approx. 5' ft deep. The right front of my truc..

  • Ford Ranger Misfire, P0305 Code

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 200, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0300-p0399, p0305

    I get a P0305 code. I have replaced the plugs, wires, coil pack, and fuel injector. It still gives me the code. Lost on what to do next. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;paddin..

  • Ford Ranger No Turn Signals Or Brake Lights

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4.3L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 158, 000 MILES

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

    Right turn signal and brake light not working. After checking bulbs and fuses, the left side turn signal and brake light stopped working. Bulbs are good as are fuses and put back where they were. Br..

  • Ford Ranger Code P1451

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 250, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p1400-p1499, p1451

    Can’t find the canister vent solenoid on my truck. Can someone help? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, June 7th, 2020 AT 6:51 AM ..

  • Ford Ranger Retaining Clip Fell Down Thermostat Housing

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, 6 CYL, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 102, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, thermostat, housing

    I was replacing the engine coolant sensor and while trying to replace that evil little spring clip, it sprung off and like shooting a basketball nothing but net right down the thermostat housing - ..

  • Ford Ranger Rev Counter Not Working After Having A New Crankshaft...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 2.5L, 4 CYL, TURBO, 4WD, MANUAL, 80, 000 MILES

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

    Recently had a new crankshaft pulley installed by garage, now the rev counter doesn't work and the plug heater lamp is flashing. Any ideas? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;paddi..

  • Ford Ranger Seized Rear Wheel/lug Nut

    2002 FORD RANGER, 4.0L, 4WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES

    related to tires, lug-nut

    Hi there, I am currently having trouble with my rear driver's side wheel. My engine starts and all three of the other wheels begin moving when I place the car in drive and reverse, however the ..

  • Ford Ranger Temperature Gauge Not Working

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 206, 000 MILES

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

    Installed new thermostat, housing, temperature sending unit, water pump, all hoses, radiator. Temperature gauge is not registering whatsoever. Gauge reads below cool. Mechanic noticed some dir..

  • Ford Ranger Thermostat Replacement

    2002 FORD RANGER, 134, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, thermostat, replace-remove

    Replacing the thermostat in my six cylinder. Which goes in first, the thermostat or the gasket? Or does it matter? Thanks @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Ranger Overdrive Light Flashing On And Off

    2002 FORD RANGER, 2.5L, 4 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 178, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, overdrive-light-

    Overdrive light flashing on and off and transmission sluggish. Would this be a solenoid? If so which one? Have pan off looking now. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } }..

  • Ford Ranger Transmission Control Tube Clamps In Steering Column

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES

    related to steering, column, replace-remove

    My gear shifter has been losse for awhile. And then the truck wouldn't start when ignition was engaged. The steering also would not lock, leaving me thinking that the transmission is not getting i..

  • Ford Ranger Windshield Wipers Stopped, Headlights Partially Work...

    2002 FORD RANGER, 3.0L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 247, 000 MILES

    related to interior, interior-lights

    Work one day and quit the next. My husband changed the heater core while it was raining without taking dash apart. The windshield wipers stopped shortly and I had to drive the truck! The fuses got..

2002 Ford Ranger Maintenance and Repair