Ford Ranger 2011-Present

The Ford Ranger reintroduced in 2011, marked the brand's return to the midsize pickup truck market in the United States. This generation of the Ranger brought modern styling and an array of advanced features to the segment. Available in various cab configurations and bed lengths, it aims to cater to various customer needs, from workhorse duties to recreational adventures.

The 2011-Present Ford Ranger offers a comfortable and well-appointed interior, with modern infotainment and safety technologies. Its capable chassis and suspension provided a smooth and composed ride on and off the road. Ford's commitment to fuel efficiency and powertrain advancements led to the inclusion of turbocharged engines, offering a balance of performance and economy. With its robust capabilities and updated design, the Ford Ranger sought to compete in the fiercely competitive midsize truck market, appealing to traditional truck buyers and those seeking a versatile and stylish vehicle for everyday use.

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-30
• Oil certification: API
• Oil capacity: 5.7 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.3L 4-Cylinder: 0.032”

Coolant

• Type: 
  • Engine coolant (U.S.): WSS-M97B57-A2 Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant VC-13DL-G
  • Engine coolant (Canada): WSS-M97B57-A2 Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant CVC-13DL-G
  • Capacity: 11.6 qt (11 L)

Brake fluid

• Type:  WSS-M6C65-A2 Motorcraft® DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20
• Capacity: Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir

Front axle fluid

• Type:
• Capacity: 2.11 pt (1.0 L)

Rear axle fluid (standard axle)

• Type:
  • U.S WSP-M2C197-A Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL
  • Canada: Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-80W90-1L
• Capacity: 3.70 pt (1.75 L)

Rear axle fluid (locking axle)

• Type:
• Capacity: 3.04 pt (1.44 L)

Automatic transmission fluid

• Type: 
  • WSS-M2C949-A Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission MERCON® ULV Fluid XT-12-QUL
  • WSS-M2C949-A Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission MERCON® ULV Fluid XT-12-QULVC
• Capacity: 12.8 qt (12.1 L)

Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (four-wheel drive)

• Capacity: 23.7 fl oz (700 ml)

Windshield washer fluid

• Type:
  • Windshield washer fluid (U.S.): WSS-M14P19-A Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2
  • Windshield washer fluid (Canada): WSS-M14P19-A Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
• Capacity: Fill as required

Fuel tank

• Capacity: 18.8 gal (71.2 L)

A/C refrigerant

• Type:
  • A/C refrigerant (U.S.): WSS-M17B21-A R-1234yf Refrigerant YN-33-A
  • A/C refrigerant (Canada): WSS-M17B21-A R-1234yf Refrigerant HS7Z-19B519-BA
• Capacity: 1.49 lb (0.675 kg)

A/C refrigerant compressor oil

• Type: Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil YN-35 WSS-M2C300-A2
• Capacity:2.7 fl oz (80 ml)

Transmission, parking brake linkage, and pivots and brake pedal shift grease

• ​​​​​​​Type: ESA-M1C75-B ESA-M1C75-B
• Capacity: 18.8 gal (71.2 L)

Multi-purpose grease

• ​​​​​​​Type: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A ESB-M1C93-B
• Capacity: 18.8 gal (71.2 L)

Lock cylinders

• ​​​​​​​Type:  
  • US : Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1
  • Canada: Penetrating Fluid CXC-51-A
• Capacity: 18.8 gal (71.2 L)

Powertrain

Engine

• Petrol:
  • 2.3 L EcoBoost I4 turbo
  • 2.5 L Duratec 25 I4
• Diesel:
  • 2.0 L EcoBlue I4 turbo
  • 2.0 L EcoBlue I4 twin-turbo
  • 2.2 L Duratorq I4 turbo
  • 3.2 L Duratorq I5 turbo

Transmission

• 5/6-speed manual
• 6/10-speed 6R80/Ford-GM SelectShift automatic

Fuel Consumption

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb:
  • H11-55W
  • LED
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 194
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7444NA
• High Beam Headlight Bulb:
  • 9005LL
  •  LED
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb:
  • H11L