General Specifications

2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, AutomaticSECTION General Specifications
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Fan Clutch Test Specifications 
Minimum speed requirement - 2.3L 1,000 RPM
Minimum speed requirement - 3.0L and 4.0L 1,500 RPM
Maximum speed requirement - 2.3L and 4.0L 2,000 RPM
Maximum speed requirement - 3.0L 2,200 RPM
Pressure Test Specification 
Cooling system 138 kPa (20 psi)
Pressure relief cap 89-124 kPa (13-18 psi)
Thermostat Opening Temperature 
Fully open 97-106°C (206.6-222.8°F)
Starts to open 90°C (194°F)
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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