Target Audience:
Professional mechanics, workshop technicians, experienced DIY enthusiasts.
Value Proposition:
Offers comprehensive, factory-level repair and maintenance information, significantly reducing reliance on expensive dealership services.
Illustrative Content:
Detailed illustrations, diagrams, and pictures to guide repair procedures.
Instructional Style:
Step-by-step written instructions for clarity and ease of use.
Practicality:
Enables users to print only the necessary pages, promoting efficient use.
Scope:
Covers a wide range of models, body styles, and powertrain configurations for the specified Ranger generation.
Powertrain:
Engine mechanical, fuel system, ignition system, cooling system, exhaust system, DPF, turbocharger, throttle body, accessory drive system, engine control modules.
Transmission:
Automatic and Manual Transmission systems, clutch hydraulic system, transfer case system.
Chassis:
Suspension system, steering system, brake system, ABS, stability control, driveline system, axle and differentials, wheels and tires.
Electrical:
Charging system, starting system, battery, lighting system, instrument panel, information and entertainment system, module communications network, SRS, TPMS, anti-theft system.
Body & Interior:
Body closures, body repairs, bumper and grille, interior trim, exterior trim, glass, handles, locks, latches, seats and seat belts, pickup bed and platform body, wipers and washers.
Climate Control:
Climate control system.
Safety & Convenience:
Collision warning, cruise control, daytime running lamps, collision avoidance, parking aid, remote keyless entry, warning chimes.
Emissions:
Engine emission control, evaporative emission canister, diesel particulate filter (DPF).
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections.
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), fault finding procedures.
Repair:
Component removal and installation, system repairs, detailed step-by-step instructions.
Rebuilds:
Engine and transmission overhaul procedures (implied by scope).
Electrical System Repair:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, troubleshooting of electrical faults.
Depth:
Comprehensive, factory-level detail suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIYers.
Engine 1 Type:
3.2L 5-Cylinder In-line Duratorq-TDCI
Engine 1 Aspiration:
Turbocharged & Intercooled
Engine 1 Valve Train:
DOHC
Engine 2 Type:
2.2L 4-Cylinder In-line Duratorq-TDCI
Engine 2 Aspiration:
Turbocharged & Intercooled
Engine 2 Valve Train:
DOHC
Engine 3 Type:
2.2L 4-Cylinder In-line Puma Duratorq-TDCI
Engine 3 Aspiration:
Turbocharged & Intercooled
Engine 3 Valve Train:
DOHC
Engine 4 Type:
2.5L 4-Cylinder In-line Duratec-HE
Engine 4 Fuel System:
EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Engine 4 Engine Family:
MI4
Typical Hp 3 2L:
147 kW (197 hp)
Typical Torque 3 2L:
470 Nm (347 lb-ft)
Typical Hp 2 2L:
110 kW (148 hp)
Typical Torque 2 2L:
375 Nm (277 lb-ft)
Diesel Fuel System Type:
Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDi)
Ancillary Safety Systems:
ABS, Stability Control System, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Collision Warning, Collision Avoidance System, Lane Keeping System.
Active Safety Covered:
ABS, ESC, Traction Control (implied by Stability Control), Parking Aid.
Passive Safety Covered:
SRS (Airbags, Seatbelt Pretensioners), Body structure integrity (via Body Repairs System).
Infotainment Systems:
Information and Entertainment System coverage within the manual implies support for factory-fitted audio, navigation, and connectivity features of the era.
Driver Assistance Features:
Covers systems like Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Parking Aid, and Cruise Control.
Module Communications:
Details on the Module Communications Network are provided, crucial for diagnosing electronic systems and CAN bus issues.
Typical Interval Diesel:
10,000 - 15,000 km (or 6-12 months), depending on operating conditions and specific engine variant. Manual will detail exact intervals.
Typical Interval Petrol:
10,000 km (or 6-12 months), depending on operating conditions. Manual will detail exact intervals.
Engine Oil Spec:
Refer to manual for specific API SN/CJ-4 or equivalent grades (e.g., 5W-30, 5W-40) for diesel and petrol engines. Capacities vary by engine. Manual will detail.
Coolant Spec:
Ford specified long-life coolant (e.g., Orange or Gold colored). Manual will confirm type and capacity.
Transmission Fluid Auto:
Mercon LV or equivalent. Manual will specify exact type and capacity for 6R80.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
GL-4 or GL-5 rated gear oil, specific viscosity depending on transmission. Manual will detail.
Brake Fluid Spec:
DOT 3 or DOT 4. Manual will confirm.
Differential Fluid Spec:
Specific API GL-5 gear oil, viscosity varies by axle type and temperature. Manual will detail.
Common Issues Diesel:
DPF regeneration issues, injector problems, EGR valve issues, turbocharger concerns. Manual provides diagnostic and repair steps.
Common Issues General:
Suspension wear, brake component wear, potential for electrical gremlins (covered by detailed wiring diagrams).
Brand:
Ford's long history in pickup truck manufacturing, dating back to the original F-Series.
Generation Context:
The PX Ranger (including the MKII update) represents a significant evolution, developed in collaboration with Mazda (as the BT-50), focusing on global markets and modern truck capabilities.
Manufacturing Focus:
Designed for global markets, with manufacturing often occurring in Thailand and other Ford facilities worldwide.
