Target Audience:
DIY owners, amateur mechanics, professional technicians, fleet managers
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive coverage for a specific model year, offering detailed repair and maintenance information essential for vehicle longevity and performance.
Completeness:
Covers multiple critical aspects of the vehicle, from mechanical to electrical and bodywork.
Accessibility:
Digital format compatible with most devices, easy to read and navigate.
Cost Effectiveness:
Enables owners to perform maintenance and repairs themselves, saving on labor costs.
Manual Type:
Complete Service Repair Workshop Manual
Included Manuals:
Body & Equipment Manual, Body Repair Manual, Wiring Diagrams, Workshop Manual
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (Specific page count not provided, but coverage implies thousands of pages)
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Engine:
Overhaul and rebuilding, performance, firing orders, serpentine belt routings
Brakes:
Complete servicing procedures, specifications
Chassis:
Front end and alignment procedures and specifications, suspension, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures
Body:
Body & Equipment, Body Repair
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, diagnostic trouble tree charts
Powertrain:
Transmission removal and installation, in-car servicing
Climate Control:
Air conditioning service and capacities
Auxiliary Systems:
Sunroof
Maintenance:
Factory maintenance schedules and charts, preventive maintenance
Repair:
Detailed repair procedures for all covered systems
Diagnostics:
Trouble codes, troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts, computer diagnostic codes
Timing:
Timing belt replacement, timing belt service procedures
Depth:
Comprehensive: From basic owner maintenance to professional technician-level repairs and diagnostics
Readability:
Easy to read type, user-friendly for amateurs and professionals
Illustrations:
Hundreds of illustrations
Diagrams:
Wiring diagrams, vacuum diagrams, serpentine belt routings with diagrams
Specifications:
Detailed specifications on every model covered, complete torque specifications
Engine Variants Covered:
Likely covers all engine options available for the 2011 Ford Ranger. Common engines for this generation include the 2.3L I4 and 3.0L V6, and potentially the 4.0L V6. Specific displacement details would be within the manual.
Horsepower Torque:
Detailed specifications for each engine variant are contained within the manual.
Fuel Delivery:
Information on fuel injection systems, fuel pump, injectors, and associated components.
Cooling System:
Details on radiator, coolant types, thermostat, water pump, and fan operation.
Oil Specifications:
Specific oil type, viscosity, and capacity requirements (e.g., likely SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 for gasoline engines, meeting API SN or higher).
Spark Plugs:
Spark plug type, gap specifications, and replacement intervals.
Emission Systems:
Information on catalytic converters, oxygen sensors, and emission control systems.
Transmission Types:
Likely covers both manual and automatic transmissions offered for the 2011 Ranger. Common transmissions included the Getrag MT5-R (5-speed manual) and the 5R44E/5R55E (5-speed automatic).
Transmission Variants:
Details on different gear ratios, clutch service, and torque converter operation.
Fluid Specifications:
Specific transmission fluid types and capacities (e.g., Mercon V for automatics, manual transmission fluid for manuals).
Service Procedures:
Removal and installation, in-car servicing, clutch replacement, fluid changes, and internal component diagnosis.
Body Styles:
Regular Cab, SuperCab (extended cab) likely covered. Bed lengths might vary (e.g., 6-foot and 7-foot).
Curb Weight:
Specifications for curb weight and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) would be detailed.
Towing Capacity:
Information on towing capacities and trailer braking systems.
Crash Test Results:
While specific ratings from NHTSA/IIHS for the 2011 model might not be in the manual itself, the manual will detail safety system components relevant to occupant protection.
Braking System:
ABS operation, brake component service, hydraulic system diagnostics.
Traction Control:
Operation and diagnostic information for traction control systems if equipped.
Airbags:
Airbag system components, diagnostic procedures, and safety precautions during servicing.
Seatbelts:
Seatbelt system operation and service.
Audio System:
Information on audio system components, speaker replacement, and stereo unit servicing if applicable.
Cruise Control:
Service and diagnostic procedures for the cruise control system.
Electrical Systems:
Details on the electrical architecture, fuse box locations, relay functions, and module communication.
Scheduled Maintenance:
Factory recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, fluid checks, filter replacements, and inspections at specific mileage or time intervals.
Coolant Type:
Likely Motorcraft Yellow (Gold) antifreeze/coolant, meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B44-D, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid, depending on specific system requirements.
Power Steering Fluid:
Likely specified as Mercon V or a compatible power steering fluid meeting Ford specifications.
Common Problems:
The manual will provide diagnostic procedures for common issues such as P0300 series misfire codes, ABS sensor faults, rust issues on older models (though less prevalent on the 2011 compared to earlier generations), and potential transmission solenoid issues.
Oil Filter:
Specific Ford part numbers or equivalent aftermarket numbers will be available in the manual.
Air Filter:
Specific Ford part numbers or equivalent aftermarket numbers will be available in the manual.
Ford Truck Legacy:
Ford's long history in truck manufacturing, with the Ranger being a significant model in the compact/mid-size truck segment.
Generation Context:
The 2011 model falls into the third generation of the Ranger (PN-346/450), which was produced globally with minor variations. This generation saw several facelifts and updates.
Manufacturing Locations:
While specific US models were often built in North America (e.g., Twin Cities Assembly Plant, St. Paul, Minnesota), Ford has global manufacturing for the Ranger.
