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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1987RANGER 2D PICKUP, 2.9 T, 4WD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISQUICK LOOKUPSFLUIDS
1987 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.9 T, 4WD, Automatic
Quick Lookups: Fluids
1987 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.9 T, 4WD, AutomaticSECTION 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 | 2.9L Eng,4WD | 10.30 QTS. | 9.74 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid Type H | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill at master cylinder to 1/4" from top. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 4WD | Front,Dana 28 | 1.10 PTS. | 0.52 L | FORD Hypoid Gear Oil | Add .5 oz. of Friction Modifier (EST- M2C118-A), (C8AZ-19B546-A) for Limited-Slip front axle. | 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 | 2.9L Eng | w/Air Cond | 7.80 QTS. | 7.38 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Specification: ESE M97B44 A. | S |
| Engine Coolant | 2.9L Eng | w/o Air Cond | 7.20 QTS. | 6.81 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Specification: ESE M97B44 A. | S |
| Engine Oil | 2.9L Eng | w/Filter | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.9L Eng | w/o Filter | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 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 | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 4WD | 3.00 PTS. | 1.41 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.