Ford Ranger 1997
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1997 Ford Ranger, manufacturered by Ford Motor Company, Usa.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Standard Pickup Trucks Light Pickup.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | 3FM 4F2 4M2 4N2 5L1 5LM 4F4 | Regular |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 14 - 21 MPG | 19 - 24 MPG | 403.95 - 555.43 g/mile |
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Sub-models: - Ranger 4x4 - Ranger Pickup 2wd - Ranger Pickup 4wd -
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 1997 Ford Ranger?
- The 1997 Ford Ranger has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 14 - 21 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 19 - 24 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1997 Ford Ranger?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1997 Ford Ranger can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1997 Ford Ranger?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1997 Ford Ranger is $2700.
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Where is the 1997 Ford Ranger produced?
- The 1997 Ford Ranger is produced in St. Paul Minnesota, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 1997 Ford Ranger?
- There are 8 recall(s) for the 1997 Ford Ranger, additional information is below.
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What is the GVWR of a 1997 Ford Ranger?
- The 1997 Ford Ranger has a GVWR of Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) lbs.
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How much horsepower does the 1997 Ford Ranger have?
- The 1997 Ford Ranger has 112 horsepower.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
- 2.3L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 2.3L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
- 3L 6 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 3L 6 cylinder 5-speed manual
- 4L 6 cylinder 5-speed automatic
- 4L 6 cylinder 5-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 67334 [USA]: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Recall 85647 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Recall 79581 [USA]: Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Recall 60811 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Recall 4627 [USA]: Should the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Recall 7609 [USA]: If the tread separates from the tire, the driver can lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash causing injury or death.
Recall R/1999/021 [UK]: Throttle may not return to idle when cruise control is disengaged
Recall 2009292 [Canada]: Other
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.3 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 14.8755 City mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.3 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3600 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2700 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 23 Vehicle record id 13734 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 32.0513 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3750 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.3 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 13.5232 City mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.3 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3602 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2450 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Vehicle record id 13735 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 26.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 34.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -2500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 17.5006 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3623 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3200 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Vehicle record id 13736 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 19.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 30.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -5250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 16.5283 City mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3622 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3000 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Vehicle record id 13737 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 20.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 31.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -5250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 17.5006 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3703 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3200 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Vehicle record id 13738 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 18.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 28.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -5250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 16.5283 City mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 18 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3702 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3000 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Vehicle record id 13739 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 20.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 30.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -5250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 18.5944 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3643 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3400 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Vehicle record id 13786 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.7778 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 26.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 17.5006 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3641 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3200 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Vehicle record id 13787 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 19.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 28.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 18.5944 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3724 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3400 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Vehicle record id 13788 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.7778 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 26.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Ranger Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 18.5944 City mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3726 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3400 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 19 Vehicle record id 13789 Model name (carline) Ranger Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 18.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 26.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -7250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 030508 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Front axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4x4 or awd. *tt
- 042107 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
- 04217 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt
- 02176 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH: Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
- 17777 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY: Rear leaf spring noise. *tt
- 02221 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj
- 17254 - STEERING: Clicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning. 2004 e series and explorer sport trac also included. *tt
- 03203 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457 or P1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc P0457 for the evaporative emission system. *tt
- 03181 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
- 03148 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES: New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
- 0398 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457, P1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code P0457. *tt
- 0358 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Fluid may leak out of the front axle vent tube. *tt *jb
- 870197 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes P1336, P1309 and P0340. *tt
- 13154 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject regarding engine hotline phone numbers. *tt
- 13118 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt
- 13054 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Experiencing windnoise at the top of the door glass seal / weatherstrip molding area. *tt
- 12518 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Concerns with the in-dash cd stops operating when hot / radio display reads cd too hot. *tt
- 98163 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Locks failed. Yd
- 7126 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Some vehicles may exhibit windnoise heard from the cowl / windshield area. *tt
- 13244 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Information regarding windnoise from windshield/cowl area. *mjs
- 13180 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs
- 6997 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt
- 6926 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Subject regarding the engine hotline phone numbers for 1997 - 2000 model year vehicles. *tt
- 99242 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks. *tt
- 99238 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: A temperature gauge fluctuation and / or a knocking / thumping noise may be audible inthe passenger compartment on some vehicles. *tt
- 99235 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES: During extreme cold ambient temperatures and under certain driving conditions, moisture in the crankcase may enter the pcv system, freeze and cause presure in the engine crankcase. The pcv fitting in the upper intake manifold may freeze or
- 99196 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
- 99194 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt
- 99183 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *tt
- 99222 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
- 0282 - POWER TRAIN: Some vehicles built prior to 9/15/2001 may exhibit low line pressure readings while in drive, no 2nd gear, no 3rd gear, no engine braking in manual 1st and slipping shifts and / or delayed engagements. *tt
- 15887 - POWER TRAIN: Some vehicles may exhibit a no 1-2 upshift, no 2-3 upshift, a no engine braking condition in manual 1 or diagnostic trouble code P0732 (gear 2 incorrect ratio) or P0733 (gear 3 incorrect ratio). *tt
- 16040 - STEERING: Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel. *tt
- 0242 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Certain vehicles with 4x4 or all-wheel drive may have a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube. *tt
- 02138 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Low line pressure reading at wide open throttle (wot), slipping shifts and / or delayed engagements with possible diagnostic trouble codes P0732, P0733, P1762 set on vehicles built before 12/1/2001. *tt
- 01246 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt
- 01B77 - TIRES: Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt
- 01205 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes P0171 and or P0174. *tt
- 01212 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit a loud a/c clutch engagement. *tt
- 01197 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / onnecting rod bearing knock. *tt
- 01181 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH: Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 01186 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information on climate control, loud a/c clutch cycling noise.*jb
- 15198 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Some vehicles may exhibit loud a/c clutch cycling noise condition. *jg
- 15167 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Some vehicles may exhibit a loud compressor cycling noise. *yh
- 01157 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
- 01156 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE: Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
- 01124 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil pan gasket repair has been performed. *tt
- 13154 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Subject regarding 4.0l engine hotline phone numbers. *tt
- 0147 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt
- 0146 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Some vehicles may exhibit a chatter or binding condition when operating the power side windows either in the down or up mode. *tt
- 14847 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Concerns with vehicles exhbit fluid leakage from the front axle vent tube. *tt
- 0186 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: On some vehicles, including sport and sport trac, the front axle leaks fluid from the vent tube. *tt
- 14617 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY: Subject pertaining to broken thermostat. *jb
- 14583 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY: Concerns with broken thermostats on engines. *jb
- 002310 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES: Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt
- 12230 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP: All vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module. *tt
- 5249 - SUSPENSION: Information on vehicles exhibiting steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt
- 5203 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *tt
- 11761 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles with 2.3l engines may experience a malfunction indicator lamp light with diagnostic trouble code P0340. *tt
- 4644 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles with 2.3l engines may experience a malfunction indicator light with diagnostic trouble code P0340. *tt
- 4634 - SUSPENSION: Steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt
- 13505 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT: All 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift onthe fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0 level or later software. *tt
- 11512 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR: Engineering is investigating concerns of noisy front system blower motors on certain vehicles. *tt
- 14056 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL: Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion oil seal area. **mr
- 8512 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL: Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the front axle pinion oil seal area. **mr
- 8164 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information regarding pump alignment tools. **mr
- 9811488 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Some vehicles equipped with a ctm (central timer module) may experience intermittent wiper operation without command; dome lights remaining on; or the door chimes remaining on. *tt
- 985178 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Some vehicles may exhibit a climate control issue of lack of heat. *tt
- 985174 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles with 4x4 option in 4x2 mode may exhibit a ping sound on slight to moderate acceleration in forward or reverse. *tt
- 12174 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *mjs
- 985085 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Some vehicles with power windows may exhibit window chattering or jerking motion when operating in the down mode. *ak *tt
- 12154 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE: Some vehicles equipped with pats (securilock) except certain models now have availability of fleet keys through rotunda. *mjs
- 12152 - POWER TRAIN: Some vehicles with 4 x 4 option operating in 4 x 2 mode may exhibit a ping sound on slight to moderate acceleration in forward or reverse. *mjs
- 12138 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Vehicles may exhibit a climate control issue of lack of heat. *mjs
- 985045 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Revised message regarding steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns action on sohc equipped vehicles, perform tsb 98-21-01. *tt
- 13745 - POWER TRAIN: Some vehicles may experience a condition of no 4 x 4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4 x 4 low range. *mjs
- 8164 - EQUIPMENT: Information on 5r55e - 4r55e - 4r44e pump alignment tools. *tt
- 0015 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
- 13484 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer. *tt
- 13440 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM: Experiencing very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds (parking lot type maneuvers). *tt
- 7471 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer. *tt
- 7366 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles equipped with manual transmission may exhibit neutral gear rollover noise (a light metallic rattling sound from the transmission) which occurs at idle with transmission in neutral clutch engaged (clutch pedal up). *tt
- 7353 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4x4 low range, with no diagnostic trouble codes stored in the gem module. *tt
- 6603 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Some vehicles may exhibit an audible pinging or creaking noise that may be heard from the driveline when engine torque is initially applied to the driveline. *tt
- 6574 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Some vehicles may exhibit an occasional hoot / moan from the idle air control (iac) valve. *tt
- 98165 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Evaporator core failed, causing the air conditioner to drip on to passenger floor. Yd
- 13426 - SUSPENSION: Exhibiting very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds. *tt
- 13423 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Vehicles equipped with manual transmission may exhibit neutral gear rollover noise which occurs at idle with transmission in neutral and clutch engaged. *tt
- 13412 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4x4 low range, with no (dtc) diagnostic trouble code stored in the gem. *tt
- 98158 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: The driver's and passenger's door glass chatter when operating the window in down mode.
- 981516 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: Outside rearview mirror manual replacement.
- 6896 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt
- 996780 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: This online service bulletin involves vehicles exhibiting windnoise at the top of the door glass seal / weatherstrip molding area. *tt
- 99152 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
- 99162 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0125 stored in memory, and / or lack of heat with the climate control. *tt
- 99161 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Experiencing an audible pinging or creaking (not a clunking noise) heard from the driveline when engine torque is initially applied to the driveline such as when shifting from park to drive or reverse, between drive and reverse. *tt
- 9811284 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Experiencing a long crank hard start condition. *tt
- 983226 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Experiencing a long crank hard start conditions. *tt
- 983074 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Concerns with axle wind-up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers. *tt
- 983071 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES: Brief information regarding the improved sail mount manual mirror. *tt
- 98-4732 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Steering wheel shimmies, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns..
- 996125 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Subject regarding fuel system diagnostic. *tt
- 995157 - TIRES: Information on maintaining tire pressure. *tt
- 12905 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Some vehicles may experience axle wind up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers on vehicles equipped with a four wheel drive hi or low range mode. *tt
- 99139 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS: Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt
- 991210 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain service repairs. *tt
- 99129 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump. *tt
- 99111 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information designed to aid in the diagnosis, testing and repair of noise, vibration and harshness (nvh) concerns. *tt
- 99816 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt
- 99-8-15 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip. *tt
- 98112 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Subject regarding a new service center support that uses a thrust bearing (#3 and #4) in place of thrust washers has been released. *tt
- 9814 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR: Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt
- 5652 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Complaints that the in-dash cd stops operating when hot. *tt
- 5518 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Information on servicing oil pan gasket leaks. *tt
- 9943 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt
- 98246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
- 982323 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component. *yc
- 982312 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Issues regareding diagnostic trouble codes ( dtcs ) P0705, P0708, P1704, and / or P1705 may be stored in memory. *yc
- 982310 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak
- 98238 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Condensate may leak onto the passenger floor on some vehicles. *yc
- 982010 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc
- 982111 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Highter than expected engine rpms during a 2-3 partial backout upshift or after a 3-2 or4-2 wide open throttle downshift may occur on some vehicles. *yc
- 98259 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent, scuff, abrasion and/ or discoloration resulting from assembly, transit, dealer prep and/or customer usage. *yc
- 982671 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Some vehicles may experience poor radio reception ( am/fm). *yc
- 982526 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH: Some vehicles may experience various concerns such as intermittent windshield wiper operation without command, dome lights remaining on, and/or the door chimes remaing on. *yc
- 980324 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Concerns of cold engine upper knock / tick. *yc
- 980319 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: Concerns with false abs activation while light braking at low speeds. *yc
- 9868 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: A rough idle, stalling at an idle and/or diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0171, P0174, and/or P1151 may be stored in memory on some vehicles with a 4.Ol engine. *yc
- 9867 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: Information on the revised manual outside rearview mirrors built through 2/13/98. *tt
- 9864 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
- 98514 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Concerns with a whistling or hissing noise from the main control area occuring while idling in drive and / or reverse on some vehicles. *tt
- 9856 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may experience a hard start/long crank time and/or a stumble/hesitation after cold start on acceleration. *yc
- 9852 - TIRES: Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
- 9845 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR: Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc
- 9888 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
- 985A36 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: A grabbing and/or sticking condition during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or in the morning after an overnight rain may occur on some vehicles. *yc
- 985A21 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: Issues with the rear anti-lock brake system ( rabs ) lamp may illuminate after front wheel lock up during 4x4 operation. *yc
- 985A11 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc
- 985A5 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR: Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc
- 9839 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR: The driver's and/or passenger door glass may
- 9833 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Service tips for surface defect removal without repainting. *yc
- 9831 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces. *yc
- 97090297189 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: Experiencing a "thumping" noise or tempeature gauge fluctation with some vehicles. *yc
- 971110972312 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Concerns with "pinging" or "creaking" being heard from the driveline when shifting from park to drive or reverse, between drive and reverse, or when engaging the clutch. *yc
- 9705014158 - POWER TRAIN: Vehicles includes graphics for a speed control indicator light. *yc
- 97050110627 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Rough idle accompanied by stalls/ quits at idle. *yc
- 97050110607 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: Engineering is investigating concerns of the rear abs light coming on when the ignition is in the on position.
- BC106009705 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: 1997 4x4 rangers rabs (rear anti lock braking system) lamp may illuminate after front wheel lock-up during 4x4 operation. *tw
- BC105979705 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY: Update information for 1997 4r44e and 5r55e transmissions - there are two (2) different size direct clutch steel plates when servicing 4r44e or 5r55e transmissions. *tw
- BC105939705 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Vehicles may experience a moan in the passenger compartment at or near 2800 rpm. *tw
- BC105889705 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: 1997 ranger vehicles do not have tailgate tape stripes. *tw
- BC2381970501 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: When removing stickers/labels from the privacy quarter glass windows, do not use any sharp or razor like edges. *tw
- BC2361970501 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Authorized warranty part replacement of brake pads to correct excessive brake noise. *tw
- BC2301970501 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: New clutch slave cylinder with a redesigned lip seal. *tw
- BC2298970501 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Vehicles may experience a moan in the passenger compartment near 2800 rpm - to fix, install a vibration damper to a/c suction line. *tw
- BC2293970501 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: 1997 rangers are not equipped with tailgate stripes. *tw
- BC2242970501 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP: Rabs (rear anti lock braking system) lamp may illuminate after front wheel lock-up during 4x4 operation. *tw
- BC2232970501 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: Engineering is investigating conditions that cause the abs light (rabs) to illuminate. *tw
- BC2226970501 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Servicing tip - transmission - there are two different size direct clutch steel plates when servicing 4r44e or 5r55e transmissions. *tw
- 97615 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC: Brakes- "squealing" noise and/or sticking during first few brake applications after a rainfall and/or when brakes are cold. *jd
- 9768 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd
- 97511 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
- BC3282970206 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Gem concern - check for more than one gem controlled component that is inoperative or for a string of false gem dtc's received in memory. *tw
- BC3170970217 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: Ranger 4x4 with rear anti-lock braking system - vehicles may experience illumination of the abs warning light when braking under 4x4 mode on slippery/icy surfaces with front wheel lock up. *tw
- 9747 - STRUCTURE: Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd
- 9737 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH: Door handle- outside door handle has extended travel- vehicles built through 11/1/96. *jd
- 9735 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Air conditioning- r-134a tracer dye installed in a/c system and three o-ring spring lock couplers- service tip. *jd
- BC1022797230 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: The ngs displays incorrect data for the ign gem pid on the vehicles. *jd
- BC1021097230 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles with 4r44e transmission may have incorrect id tag numbers on the main controls. *jd
- BC1019997230 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS: 4.0l equipped vehicles may experience temperature gauge fluctuation that may be accompnied with a thumping noise or feel in the coolant hoses with the engine at normal operating temperature. *jd
- BC1019797230 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: The vehicles will shift 1,2,3,4,5 regardless of throttle position. *jd
- BC1019197230 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Exhibiting a pulsating, cyclical type of noise coming from the front axle tube area from 0 to 45 mph. *jd
- BC1018997230 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL: Block heaters may experience coolant leaks due to interference with the block. *jd
- BC3493972301 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Vehicles exhibiting a pulsating, cyclical type of noise coming from the front axle tube area from 0 to 45 mph. *jd
- BC3491972301 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL: Some 4.0l engines with block heaters may experience coolant leaks due to interference with the block. *jd
- BC3485972301 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS: 4.0l equipped vehicles may experience temperature gauge fluctuation that may be accompanied with a thumping noise or feel in the coolant hose with the engine at normal operating temperature. *jd
- BC3483972301 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: The vehicle will shift 1,2,3,4,5 regardless of throttle postion. *jd
- BC3442972301 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some 1997 2.3l rangers with 4r44e transmission may have incorrect id tag numbers on the main controls. *jd
- BC3441972301 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH: As of 1/7/97 the automatic shift lock feature tag that was affixed around the gear selector, has been discontinued for prodution. *jd
- BC3382972301 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS: Vehicles with an unusual negative camber reading, and cannot be adjusted to within the proper camber specification, can be repaired by new springs. *jd
- BC3363972301 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: The ngs displays incorrect date for the ing gem pid on the vehicles. *jd
- BC0324972301 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS: Rear brakes "grab" when cold or damp. *jd
- 1014997020 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Update to tsb 96-21-9 additional calibration added- any calibration revision level for a vehicle with a manual transmission that is not called out in tsb 96-21-9 should also be included as part of that tsb. *jd
- BC0324970201 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Cold engine knock/tick noise. *jd
- BC0185970201 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Some vehicles may not be put into alignment- camber readings. *jd
- 962612 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
- 962511 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Powertrain control module -reprogram powertrain control module (pcm) - service procedures - service tip. *tw
- 962215 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Fluid - new mercon v required - transmission - 4r44e - description of features and major components. *tw
- 96226 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Air conditioning - compressor failure - insufficient amount of refrigerant oil. *tw
- 96225 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM: Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *tw
- 96222 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw
- 96221 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
- 96249 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
- 96246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
- BC9714961101 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Diagnostic instructions for servicing evaporative emission purge flow system. *tw
- BC0490961112 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Instructions for replacing diagnosed failed component. *tw
- BC0407961115 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Instructions for replacing diagnosed failed parts. *tw
- BC0324961101 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Cold engine knock/tick noise. *tw
- BC9666961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: 2.5l duratec engine exchanges no longer include front end accessory drive component, oil level indicator, water pump belt/tensioner, egr tube, linkshaft bracket or exhaust manifolds. *tt
- BC5197961001 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Some vehicles equipped w/ an ax4s transaxle may have been shipped w/ a low transaxle fluid level. *tt
- BC0764961016 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: The oil indicator tube (dip stick) is coming into contact w/ the crank shaft, causing a ticking sound. *tt
- BC0692961023 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD: Vehicles may experience unexplained mil light codes &/or irregular shifting (a4ld). *tt
Known Recall Investigations
NHTSA decoded information from VIN
138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver & Passenger) |
| Body Cab Type | Regular |
| Body Class | Pickup |
| Brake System Type | Hydraulic |
| DisplacementCC | 2300.0 |
| DisplacementCI | 140 |
| DisplacementL | 2.3 |
| Drive Type | 4x2 |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| EngineHP | 112 |
| EngineKW | 83.5184 |
| Engine Manufacturer | Ford |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
| GVWR | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) |
| Make | FORD |
| MakeID | 460 |
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA |
| Manufacturer Id | 976 |
| Model | Ranger |
| ModelID | 1803 |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| NCSA Body Type | Light Pickup |
| NCSA Make | Ford |
| NCSA Model | Ranger |
| Other Engine Info | EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Plant City | ST. PAUL |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Plant State | MINNESOTA |
| Seat Belts All | Manual |
| Series | XL |
| VIN | 1FTCR10A7VPB28221 |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK |
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
|---|
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200901 |
Ford ranger 4x4 xlt 4.0l has had problems from the beginning front tires two out , fog lights, air conditioning, transmission shift points , check engine light when new and to this day gas mileage not as stated on window sticker ,also windows motor and controls
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200831 |
Ford ranger 4x4 xlt 4.0l has had problems from the beginning front tires two out , fog lights, air conditioning, transmission shift points , check engine light when new and to this day gas mileage not as stated on window sticker ,also windows motor and controls
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200107 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford ranger. The contact stated that while having a routine inspection at haldeman ford of kutztown, inc. (15465 kutztown rd, kutztown, pa 19530, (610) 683-3553) the mechanic determined that the front and rear subframe was severely corroded. After having an emissions inspection, the vehicle was deemed unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20200106 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford ranger. The contact stated that while having a routine inspection at haldeman ford of kutztown, inc. (15465 kutztown rd, kutztown, pa 19530, (610) 683-3553) the mechanic determined that the front and rear subframe was severely corroded. After having an emissions inspection, the vehicle was deemed unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20181104 |
Belt separation on 2 tires in one month time span. Fusion touring 195 70r14 91t. These tires have 8/32 tread remaining. Failures were front right, then left read one month later. Caused difficulty steering as the car was all over the road plus bumpy ride. The tires are visibly bulging baloon. I felt tire temp with my hand. Uniformly warm except at the bulge where it was so hot as to burn my hand. Would ntsb like me to save a tire for evaluation? This second tire failure occurred at 70 mph on i-94 in michigan when a sudden vibration occurred and i observed the left rear fender bouncing up and down. I stopped to investigate and found the bulge and hot spot.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20180131 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford ranger. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the fuel tank was not secured and was hanging from the subframe of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the failure was caused by severe rusting and corrosion of the subframe. The failure was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 233,479. *tt
| No | No | N | None | None | 20170717 |
Takata recall -- i believe all airbags are defective and more dangerous than riding with seat belts alone. I recommend 100% disabling of airbags and the removal of all airbags and associated hardware from future vehicles.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20170613 |
The dome light started turning itself on while parked in front of my house. Sometimes it would turn itself back off. It would also turn on while i was driving at night. I couldn't get the light cover off so i pulled the fuse which leaves me with no windshield washer squirter. The check engine light is always on. No mater what is done or fixed, the light stays on which is a problem because cars will usually automatically fail inspection when the check engine light is on. How am i supposed to get it to pass inspection if its on 90% of the time? I never had a problem with my 93 ranger but other people with rangers have had the same issues & this site shows others with the same issues. Why won't ford recall & fix it when its a known problem? These things are safety issues!! I can't add when these things happen because they are ongoing issues for the last tenish years!
| No | No | N | None | None | 20170214 |
Excessive rust not caused by normal wear and tear, had spare tire carrier rust off while on the road
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- P0442 [2] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 [2] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0456 [2] Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected
- P0457 [2] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected
- P1442 [2] A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Range/Performance
- P0340 [3] Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1)
- P1309 [1] EGR Calibration High
- P1336 [1] Misfire Rate Catalyst Damage Fault - Bank 1
- P0732 [2] Gear 2 Incorrect ratio
- P0733 [2] Gear 3 Incorrect ratio
- P1762 [1] Coast Clutch Solenoid Circuit Malfunction
- P0171 [2] System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0174 [2] System too Lean (Bank 2)
- P0125 [1] Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Closed Loop Fuel Control
- P0705 [1] Transmission Range Sensor A Circuit malfunction (PRNDL Input)
- P0708 [1] Transmission Range Sensor A Circuit High Input
- P1704 [1] Turbo Charge Relief Circuit Malfunction
- P1705 [1] Transmission Indeterminate Failure (Failed to Neutral)
- P1151 [1] Fuel Restriction Indicator Circuit Malfunction
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1FTCR10A7VPB28221 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A9VUC14261 | 1997 | Ranger | LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A7VUC87192 | 1997 | Ranger | LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A9VUC81619 | 1997 | Ranger | LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10U0VUC10450 | 1997 | Ranger | LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A5VPB15757 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR14U9VPB09710 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A9VPB04390 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A7VTA63037 | 1997 | Ranger | EDISON NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR14X0VPA19176 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR14X5VPA62931 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10X7VUC02713 | 1997 | Ranger | LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTDR15X8VPB40590 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR14X3VPA45609 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A7VU387192 | 1997 | Ranger | LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR14A9VPA79937 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A3VPB38907 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A8VPB00850 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR14X0VPA61346 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A9VPB03949 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTDR15X6VPB49059 | 1997 | Ranger | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10X6VTA39137 | 1997 | Ranger | EDISON NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTCR10A6VUA31707 | 1997 | Ranger | LOUISVILLE KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTDR15X8VTA35023 | 1997 | Ranger | EDISON NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES (USA) |