1996 Ford Ranger service bulletins & manufacturer communications
176 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1996 Ford Ranger. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 176
- Rear leaf spring noise. *tt17777 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 1, 2004
- 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…02138 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 10, 2003
- Clicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning. 2004 e series and explorer sport trac also included. *tt17254 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 1, 2003
- Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt03181 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 15, 2003
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt03148 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 21, 2003
- Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj02221 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 11, 2002
- Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1…870197 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 22, 2002
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj02176 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Sep 2, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and a 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit a noise / vibration, no drive, unusual noise during cranking or a no crank condition. *tt02142 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 22, 2002
- Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel. *tt16040 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 1, 2002
- 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 inc…15887 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2002
- 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…0282 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 29, 2002
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt01246 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 10, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit a loud a/c clutch engagement. *tt01212 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 29, 2001
- Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt01B77 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Oct 1, 2001
- 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. *tt01197 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Brake shift interlock.*jb01181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Information on climate control, loud a/c clutch cycling noise.*jb01186 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc01157 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 6, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc01156 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 6, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit loud a/c clutch cycling noise condition. *jg15198 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a loud compressor cycling noise. *yh15167 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2001
- 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. *tt01124 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 25, 2001
- Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt0147 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 5, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a chatter or binding condition when operating the power side windows either in the down or up mode. *tt0146 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 5, 2001
- Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt002310 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 13, 2000
- Information regarding pump alignment tools. **mr8164 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 1, 2000
- Information on 5r55e - 4r55e - 4r44e pump alignment tools. *tt8164 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2000
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs0015 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 10, 2000
- Some vehicles may experience a condition of no 4 x 4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4 x 4 low range. *mjs13745 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks. *tt99242 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 15, 1999
- A temperature gauge fluctuation and / or a knocking / thumping noise may be audible inthe passenger compartment on some vehicles. *tt99238 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 15, 1999
- 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.…99235 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Nov 15, 1999
- 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 l…13505 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Experiencing very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds (parking lot type maneuvers). *tt13440 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 1, 1999
- All vehicles with electronic shift on the fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of what the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0…7494 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- 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 transmissi…7366 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- 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. *tt7353 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 1999
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt99222 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 18, 1999
- Exhibiting very light steering vibration / shimmy / nibble at engine idle or low speeds. *tt13426 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Vehicles equipped with manual transmission may exhibit neutral gear rollover noise which occurs at idle with transmission in neutral and clutch engaged. *tt13423 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- 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. *tt13412 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt99196 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 20, 1999
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt99194 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Sep 20, 1999
- Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure. *tt99183 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 6, 1999
- Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart. *mjs13180 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt6997 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 1999
- 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. *tt99162 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 9, 1999
- 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…99161 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 9, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt13118 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt6896 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 1999
- Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt99152 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 26, 1999
- 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. *tt6603 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an occasional hoot / moan from the idle air control (iac) valve. *tt6574 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 1999
- Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt99139 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 28, 1999
- Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain service repairs. *tt991210 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 14, 1999
- 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. *tt99129 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 14, 1999
- Information designed to aid in the diagnosis, testing and repair of noise, vibration and harshness (nvh) concerns. *tt99111 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 14, 1999
- 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 …12905 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 1999
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt99816 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 3, 1999
- Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip. *tt99-8-15 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 3, 1999
- Information on maintaining tire pressure. *tt995157 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued May 1, 1999
- Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt9943 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 8, 1999
- Information on servicing oil pan gasket leaks. *tt5518 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 1999
- Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc98246 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 7, 1998
- 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. *tt12230 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information on vehicles exhibiting steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt5249 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *tt5203 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Information regarding replacement and / or repairs on any lock component. *yc982323 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak982310 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 23, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a climate control issue of lack of heat. *tt985178 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern. *mjs12174 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles with power windows may exhibit window chattering or jerking motion when operating in the down mode. *ak *tt985085 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Some vehicles equipped with pats (securilock) except certain models now have availability of fleet keys through rotunda. *mjs12154 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Vehicles may exhibit a climate control issue of lack of heat. *mjs12138 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Revised message regarding steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns action on sohc equipped vehicles, perform tsb 98-21-01. *tt985045 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Nov 1, 1998
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc982010 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 12, 1998
- Steering wheel shimmies, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns..98-4732 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 1, 1998
- LOCKS FAILED. YD98163 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 17, 1998
- The driver's and passenger's door glass chatter when operating the window in down mode.98158 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 3, 1998
- Outside rearview mirror manual replacement.981516 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 3, 1998
- Some vehicles with 2.3l engines may experience a malfunction indicator lamp light with diagnostic trouble code p0340. *tt11761 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Some vehicles with 2.3l engines may experience a malfunction indicator light with diagnostic trouble code p0340. *tt4644 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Steering wheel shimmy, vibration or grunt on slow speed turns. *tt4634 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 1, 1998
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc9888 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 27, 1998
- Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc9852 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Apr 13, 1998
- 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. *tt9811488 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Some vehicles may experience poor radio reception ( am/fm). *yc982671 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 1998
- 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. *yc982526 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Concerns of cold engine upper knock / tick. *yc980324 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Concerns with false abs activation while light braking at low speeds. *yc980319 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Apr 1, 1998
- Information on the revised manual outside rearview mirrors built through 2/13/98. *tt9867 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Mar 30, 1998
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt9864 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 30, 1998
- 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. *yc985A36 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 18, 1998
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc985A13 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 18, 1998
- Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *tt985A12 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 18, 1998
- A high engine rpm at idle, with engine at normal operating temperature, may occur on some vehicles. *yc98415 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc9845 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Mar 2, 1998
- Concerns with axle wind-up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers. *tt983074 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 27, 1998
- The driver's and/or passenger door glass may9839 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 16, 1998
- Subject pertaining to vehiciles exhibiting an idle high engine condition. *tt983212 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 13, 1998
- Brief information regarding the improved sail mount manual mirror. *tt983071 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Feb 1, 1998
- Subject regarding a new service center support that uses a thrust bearing (#3 and #4) in place of thrust washers has been released. *tt98112 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt9814 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jan 19, 1998
- Gear dtc's and extended/delayed/ no shift. *ak980320 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 1998
- 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. *yc971110972312 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 10, 1997
- Experiencing a "thumping" noise or tempeature gauge fluctation with some vehicles. *yc97090297189 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 2, 1997
- Ranger equipped with anti-theft may experience the alarm to activate inadvertently. *yc97050110633 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 1, 1997
- Only rangers equipped with power door locks and power windows will have right hand illuminated entry. *twBC106029705 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 1997
- When removing stickers/labels from the privacy quarter glass windows, do not use any sharp or razor like edges. *twBC2381970501 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 1997
- Authorized warranty part replacement of brake pads to correct excessive brake noise. *twBC2361970501 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 1, 1997
- New clutch slave cylinder with a redesigned lip seal. *twBC2301970501 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 1997
- Only vehicles equipped with power door locks and power windows will have right hand illuminated entry. *twBC2244970501 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 1, 1997
- Idle- high engine rpm- vehicles with 2.3l engine and manual transmission. *jd97622 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 17, 1997
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil)- mil lamp illumination with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1405 stored in memory- 2.3l vehicles. *jd97621 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 17, 1997
- Brakes- "squealing" noise and/or sticking during first few brake applications after a rainfall and/or when brakes are cold. *jd97615 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 17, 1997
- Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd9768 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 17, 1997
- Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd97511 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 3, 1997
- Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd9747 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 17, 1997
- 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. *twBC3282970206 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 6, 1997
- Lamp- "check engine" malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated- diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1405 stored in memory- no drive concerns- vehicles with 3.0l engine. *jd97313 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 3, 1997
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil)- mil illumination with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1405 stored in memory- 2.3l vehicles. *jd97311 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 3, 1997
- Door handle- outside door handle has extended travel- vehicles built through 11/1/96. *jd9737 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Feb 3, 1997
- Air conditioning- r-134a tracer dye installed in a/c system and three o-ring spring lock couplers- service tip. *jd9735 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 3, 1997
- Electronic control modules vary on vehicles based on option content & have different diagnostic code retrieval methods. *jdBC4244970201 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 1997
- Some vehicles are experiencing high idle concerns due to the calibration. *jdBC1036197020 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Feb 1, 1997
- The ngs displays incorrect data for the ign gem pid on the vehicles. *jdBC1022797230 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 1997
- If dtc p1443 returns after tsb 96-06-08 has been performed, lay out a clean white piece of paper on a flat surface, remove the purge flow sensor, tap the canister hose port side of…BC1020697230 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 23, 1997
- 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 te…BC1019997230 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 23, 1997
- 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 te…BC3485972301 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 23, 1997
- If dtc p1443 returns after tsb 96-0608 has been performed, lay out a clean white piece of paper on flat surface, remove purge flow sensor, tap the clean hose port side of the senso…BC3450972301 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Vehicles with an unusual negative camber reading, and cannot be adjusted to within the proper camber specification, can be repaired by new springs. *jdBC3382972301 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 23, 1997
- The ngs displays incorrect date for the ing gem pid on the vehicles. *jdBC3363972301 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Rear brakes "grab" when cold or damp. *jdBC0324972301 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Tire wear- cannot adjust camber to specs. *jdBC0316972301 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Jan 23, 1997
- Clutch cover adjustment procedure prior to installation was omitted from the service manual. *jdBC1015197020 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 2, 1997
- 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 inc…1014997020 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Four wheel dirve electronic shift operation. *jdBC1013197020 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Cold engine knock/tick noise. *jdBC0324970201 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Tire wear- cannot adjust camber to specs. *jdBC0316970201 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Some vehicles may not be put into alignment- camber readings. *jdBC0185970201 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Diagnosing four wheel drive electronic shift operation concerns on 95/96 model year ranger. *jdBC0123970201 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 2, 1997
- Engine - 4.0l - torque-to-yield (tty) crankshaft damper bolt. *tw962619 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 16, 1996
- Door handle - outside door handle has extended travel - vehicles built through 11/1/96. *tw962615 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 16, 1996
- Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw962612 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 16, 1996
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) - diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307, and/or p0308 stored in memory. *tw96265 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 16, 1996
- Engine - 4.0l - new torque-to-yield connecting rod fasteners. *tw962524 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 2, 1996
- Powertrain control module -reprogram powertrain control module (pcm) - service procedures - service tip. *tw962511 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 2, 1996
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) - diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307 and/or p0308 stored in memory. *tw962510 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 2, 1996
- Locks - replace and/or repair any lock component - service tip. *tw96252 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Dec 2, 1996
- Noise - pinging or creaking from driveline when vehicle is put into gear. *tw962417 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 18, 1996
- Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw96249 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 18, 1996
- Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw96246 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 18, 1996
- Instructions for replacing diagnosed failed parts. *twBC0407961115 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 15, 1996
- Instructions for replacing diagnosed failed component. *twBC0490961112 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 12, 1996
- Cold engine knock/tick noise. *twBC0324961101 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 1996
- Check engine light, code p030x, with no driveability complaint. *twBC0313961101 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 1996
- Vehicles may experience unexplained mil light codes &/or irregular shifting (a4ld). *ttBC0692961023 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 23, 1996
- Air conditioning - compressor failure - insufficient amount of refrigerant oil. *tw96226 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *tw96225 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Long crank - sticking idle air control (iac) valve - vehicles built from 11/1/94 through 3/30/96 -stall - after starting when engine allowed to soak from 1-4 hours - sticking idle …96223 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw96222 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 21, 1996
- Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw96221 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 21, 1996
- For stalling concerns, reflash the pcm w/ 96 calibration (r11 level). *ttBC0741961018 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 18, 1996
- Vehicles experience chaffing on the 14401 wire harness causing the accessory fuses to become open (primarily the cigar fuse. *ttBC0740961018 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 18, 1996
- Squeak/creak sound may occur during alighting, egressing, or smooth/semi-rough driving conditions. *ttBC0832961009 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 9, 1996
- Information for when diagnosing concerns w/ factory installed cellular phones. *ttBC9688961001 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 1996
- 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 manifold…BC9666961001 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1996
- For concerns of stalling, reflash pcm w/ 1996 calibration (r11 level). *ttBC5191961001 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 1996
- When replacing an internal wiring harness on 4r44e/4r55e transmissions built before 11/30/95 with a new harness, the fluid pan must be replaced also. Failure to change over or conv…96726 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 25, 1996
- Subject regarding a new single key locksets installed on certain trial vehicles. *tt96715 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Mar 25, 1996
- 4x4 front axles must use hypoid 4x4 gear oil p/n f1tz-19580-a & high temp 4x4 front axle & wheel bearing grease when servicing. It is not recommended to use heavier weight lubes in…BC0131960102 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 1995
- Rangers w/ 2.3l, for all issues relating to water pump leakage during warranty period, call jim shopp on pager 1-800-961-6829 prior to repair. Will advise whether problem relates t…BC0103960102 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1995
- Rangers w/ 3.0l, the accessory drive belt may emit a chipping noise due to a slight pulley misalignment. Inspect & service normally if misalignment is severe or if belt damage has …BC0101960102 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 1995
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake sys…95212 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 1, 1995
- On transmissions built before 6/20/95 (fig 1) an extended shift and a higher engine rpm than expected and/or no shift condition, possibly along with a flashing 'o/d off' lamp and/o…951912 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 1995