Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1985 Ford Ranger 2.3 EFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | N/A | N/A | R-12 | For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.3L Eng,RWD | 9.50 QTS. | 8.99 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill at master cylinder to 1/4" from top. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,7.5" Ring Gear | 5.00 PTS. | 2.36 L | FORD Hypoid Gear Oil | Add 4 oz. of EST-M2C118-A Friction Modifier (C8AZ-19B546-A). | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,8.8" Ring Gear | 5.50 PTS. | 2.6 L | FORD Hypoid Gear Oil | Add 4 oz. of EST-M2C118-A Friction Modifier (C8AZ-19B546-A). | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 2.3L Eng,Diesel | w/o Air Cond | 12.00 QTS. | 11.35 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Specification: ESE M97B44 A. | S |
| Engine Coolant | 2.3L Eng | 13.00 QTS. | 12.3 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Specification: ESE M97B44 A. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.3L Eng,Diesel | w/Filter | 7.00 QTS. | 6.62 L | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.3L Eng,Diesel | w/o Filter | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 108 IN. WB | 15.20 GALS. | 57.53 L | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 114 IN. WB | 17.00 GALS. | 64.35 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.60 PTS. | 1.7 L | FORD Manual Transmission Fluid | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.