1998 Ford Ranger EVFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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Different variant/trim Section 1 (Automatic Transmission & Transfer Case Removal & Installation) Section 2 (Engine - 3.0L V6) Section 3 (Engine - 4.0L V6 - VIN X) Section 4 (Engine - 2.5L 4-CYL - VIN [C]) Section 5 (Diagnosis - Borg WARNER 13-54 Transfer Case) Section 6 (Engine Tests W/Codes - 2.5L) Section 7 (Engine Tests W/Codes - 3.0L) Section 8 (Engine Controls - Tests W/Codes - 4.0L) Section 9 (Automatic Transmission - Diagnosis - 4R44E Automatic Transmission) Section 10 (Automatic Transmission - Diagnosis - 5R55E Automatic Transmission) Section 11 (Engine Adjustments - 2.5L) Section 12 (Engine Adjustments - 3.0L) Section 13 (Engine Adjustments - 4.0L) Section 14 (Engine Controls - Pin Voltage Charts - 3.0L & 4.0L) Section 15 (Engine Controls - Pin Voltage Charts - 2.5L) Section 16 (Wiring Diagrams - 2.5L) Section 17 (Wiring Diagrams - 3.0L) Section 18 (Wiring Diagrams - 4.0L) Section 19 (Engine Controls - Engine Specifications - 2.5L) Section 20 (Engine Controls - Engine Specifications - 3.0L) Section 21 (Engine Controls - Engine Specifications - 4.0L) Section 22 (Engine Controls - Basic Engine Testing - 2.5L) Section 23 (Engine Controls - Basic Engine Testing - 3.0L) Section 24 (Engine Controls - Basic Engine Testing - 4.0L) Section 25 (Engine Controls - Remove/Install/Overhaul - 2.5L) Section 26 (Engine Controls - Remove/Install/Overhaul - 3.0L) Section 27 (Engine Controls - Remove/Install/Overhaul - 4.0L) Different car Section 1 (Axle Shafts - Fwd) Section 2 (Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications) Section 3 (Suspension System - Front - 2WD) Section 4 (Suspension System - Front - 4WD Torsion Bar) Section 5 (Suspension System - Electronic) Section 6 (Engine - 4.2L V6 - VIN 2) Section 7 (Engine - 4.6L V8 - VIN W & 6) Section 8 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation - Gasoline) Section 9 (Engine - 3.3L V6 - VIN T) Section 10 (Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications - Trucks) Section 11 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation - Gasoline) Section 12 (Removal & Installation - A/T) Section 13 (Engine - 4.0L V6 - VIN E) Section 14 (Computer Relearn Procedures) Section 15 (Electrical Component Locator - F150) Section 16 (Engine - 4.2L V6 - VIN 2) Section 17 (Anti-Theft System) Section 18 (Module Communications Network) Section 19 (Power Door Lock System & Trunk Release) Section 20 (Keyless Entry System - Remote) Section 21 (Anti-Theft System (F150 & F250 LD)) Section 22 (Module Communications Network) Section 23 (Anti-Theft System - Passive) Section 24 (Module Communications Network) Section 25 (Defogger - Rear Window) Section 26 (Keyless Entry System - Remote (F150 & F250 LD)) Section 27 (Module Communications Network) Section 28 (Defogger - Rear Window) Section 29 (Power Window System) Section 30 (Power Window System) Section 31 (Power Windows System (Except F250 Hd & F350)) Section 32 (Module Communications Network (F150 & F250 LD)) Section 33 (Steering Column Switches) Section 34 (Steering Column Switches) Section 35 (Wiper System & Washer System - F150 & F250 Light Duty) Section 36 (Wiper System & Washer System) Section 37 (Wiper/Washer Systems) Section 38 (Wiper System & Washer System) Section 39 (Anti-Theft Systems - Passive) Section 40 (HVAC System) Section 41 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation - Gasoline) Section 42 (Generator) Section 43 (Charging System - Generator) Section 44 (Charging System - Generator - MOTORCRAFT) Section 45 (Charging System - Generator) Section 46 (Starting System) Section 47 (Anti-Theft Systems - Active) Section 48 (Clutch System) Section 49 (Electronic Suspension System) Section 50 (Automatic Transmission Removal & Installation) Section 51 (Engine - 4.6L V8 - VIN W & 6) Section 52 (Module Communications Network - F150 Pickup) Section 53 (Illumination/Interior Lights - Wiring Diagrams) Section 54 (Fuel System Pressure Specifications) Section 55 (Fuel System Pressure Specifications) Section 56 (System Wiring Diagrams - F150) Section 57 (Computer Relearn Procedures) Section 58 (Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications - 4.2L) Section 59 (Engine Controls - Tests W/Codes - 4.2L) Section 60 (Engine Controls - Remove/Install/Overhaul - 3.0L) Section 61 (Engine Controls - Remove/Install/Overhaul - 4.0L) Section 62 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures - Except Diesel) Section 63 (Driveshaft -- F150) Section 64 (Four-Wheel Drive Systems (ESOF) - F150) Section 65 (Front Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch -- F150) Section 66 (Firing Order & Cylinder Identification) Section 67 (Fuel System Pressure Specifications) Section 68 (Fuel System Pressure Specifications) Section 69 (Engine Controls Self-Diagnostics - EEC-V - CNG & Gasoline - Introduction, Self-Diagnostic System, Additional System Functions, Programming Pcm, Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions, How To Use System Tests) Section 70 (Engine Controls Self-Diagnostics - EEC-V - CNG & Gasoline - System Tests KD - Z) Section 71 (Engine Controls Self-Diagnostics - EEC-V - CNG & Gasoline - System Tests Ff - Kc) Section 72 (Engine Controls Self-Diagnostics - EEC-V - CNG & Gasoline - System Tests A - FD) Section 73 (Engine Controls Self-Diagnostics - EEC-V - CNG & Gasoline - System Tests (Evaporative Emissions))

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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.

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