Ford Ranger 1998-2011

The Ford Ranger, produced from 1998 to 2011, continued solidifying itself as a dependable and versatile compact pickup truck. This generation of the Ranger offered a range of cab styles, bed lengths, and trim levels to cater to various customer needs. It maintained its reputation as an economical choice for those seeking a practical and efficient vehicle for work and play.

The Ranger displayed nimble handling and comfortable ride quality on the road, while its four-wheel-drive variants were suitable for off-road adventures. Towing capacity was respectable, making it a reliable choice for light to moderate hauling. The interior received updates over the years, including improvements in ergonomics and safety features. With its reputation for durability and a loyal following, the 1998-2011 Ford Ranger remained a popular choice among truck enthusiasts, contributing to its enduring legacy in the compact truck segment.

Ford Ranger specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 2.3L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 21 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 4.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.3L 4-Cylinder:

Engine 4.0L 6-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 19 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 5.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 4.0L 6-Cylinder: 0.054”

Brake fluid and (clutch fluid-if equipped)

• Type: Motorcraft® High-Performance DOT 3  Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
  • PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65–A1
• Capacity: Fill to the line on reservoir

Door weatherstrips

• Type: Silicone Lubricant/XL-6 / ESR-M13P4-A

Hinges, door checks, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge, and seat tracks

• Type: Multi-Purpose Grease /XG-4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93-B

Transmission/steering/parking brake linkages and pivots, brake and clutch pedal shaft, clutch pilot bearing, and input shaft spline (manual transmission)

• Type: Motorcraft PremiumLong-Life Grease XG-1-C or XG-1-K /ESA-M1C75-B

Coolant

• Type: Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant with a bittering agent (yellow-colored)/ VC-7-B / WSS-M97B51-A1
• Capacity: 
  • Engine coolant (2.3L engine with manual transmission): 10.5 quarts (10.0L)
  • Engine coolant (2.3L engine with automatic transmission): 10.2 quarts (9.7L)
  • Engine coolant (4.0L engine with manual transmission): 13.7 quarts (13.0L)
  • Engine coolant (4.0L engine with automatic transmission): 13.2 quarts (12.5L)

Cooling system stop leak pellets

• Type: Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets VC-6 / WSS-M99B37-B6

Power steering fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON ATF/ XT-5-QM / MERCON V
• Capacity: Fill between MIN/MAX line on the reservoir

Rear axle fluid

• Type:  Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
  • XY-75W140-QL / WSP-M2C192-A
• Capacity: 4.0 pints (1.9L)

Fuel tank

• Capacity: 16.0 gallons (60.6L)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (4×2 with 2.3L engine)

•  Type: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV ATF XT-5-QM / MERCON V
• Capacity: 9.9 quarts (9.4L)

Automatic transmission fluid (4X2 vehicles with 4.0L engine)

•  Type: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV ATF XT-5-QM / MERCON V
• Capacity: 10.0 quarts (9.5L)

Automatic transmission fluid (4X4 vehicles with 4.0L engine)

•  Type: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV ATF XT-5-QM / MERCON V
• Capacity: 10.3 quarts (9.8L)

Windshield washer fluid

• Type: Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2
• Capacity: 10.3 quarts (9.8L)

Lock cylinder

• Type: Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft XL-1

Manual transmission fluid (5-speed)

• Type: Motorcraft® MERCON® LV ATF XT-2-QDX / MERCON
• Capacity: 2.8 quarts (2.65L)

Transfer case fluid (4X4)

• Type:  Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid XL-12
• Capacity: 1.25 quarts (1.2L)

Front axle fluid (4X4)

• Type:  Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant/ XY-80W90-QL / WSP-M2C197-A
• Capacity: 3.6 pints (1.7L)

Rear axle fluid

• Type:  Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant/ XY-80W90-QL / WSP-M2C197-A
• Capacity: 5.0-5.3 pints (2.4-2.5L)

Rear axle fluid (FX4 only)

• Type: Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant/ XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A
• Capacity: 5.25-5.5 pints (2.5-2.6L)

Fuel tank–Regular cab (Short wheel base)

• Capacity: 17 gallons (64.4L)

Fuel tank–Regular cab (Long wheel base)

• Capacity: 20.3 gallons (76.8L)

Fuel tank–SuperCab

• Capacity: 19.5 gallons (73.8L)

Powertrain

Engine

• Ford EcoBoost 2.3

Transmission

• 10R80 10-speed automatic

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• LED Driving Lights & Fog Lights: FDC-MB1
• Front Fog Light Bulb: 9145
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 194NA
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3157AK
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9007

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3155
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  •  4157K
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 922
• License Plate Light Bulb: 194
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3157AK
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 4157K
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 4157K
• Tailgate Light Bars: vbf-tailgate-light

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: 912
• Map Light Bulb: 904