FORD RANGER 2008 2.G Owners Manual

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Add only enough fluid through
the filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE
Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require
lubrication. Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor
maintenance intervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with
universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be
necessary.
AIR FILTER
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. Refer toMotorcraft part numbersin this chapter.
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To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn
injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air inlet tube to the engine air filter
cover and disconnect the tube from the cover (for V6 only).
2. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.
3. Carefully separate the two halves
of the air filter housing.
4. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
5. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or
debris and to ensure good sealing.
6. Install a new air filter element. Be
careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between the air filter
housing and cover. This could cause
filter damage and allow unfiltered
air to enter the engine if not
properly seated.
7. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps.
8. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp.
Note:Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to
the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 2.3L I4
engine3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Air filter
elementFA-1658 FA-1658 FA-1658
Fuel filter FG-1036 FG-1036 FG-1036
Battery BXT-59 BXT-59 BXT-59
Oil filter FL-400S FL-400S FL-820S
PCV valve
1
Spark plugs2
1
The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed inscheduled maintenance informationand is essential to the
life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
For PCV valve replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the PCV valve.
Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void
for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not
used.
2For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluid and (clutch
fluid–if equipped)Between
MIN/MAX on
brake fluid
reservoir and to
the line or step on
clutch fluid
reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A
Door weather strips — Silicone Spray LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Hinges, door checks,
latches, striker plates,
fuel filler door hinge
and seat tracks— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-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)—Motorcraft Premium
Long-Life GreaseXG-1-C or XG-1-K /
ESA-M1C75-B
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine coolant (2.3L
engine with manual
transmission)10.5 quarts
(10.0L)
Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
with bittering agent
(yellow-colored)
1
VC-7-B /
WSS-M97B51-A1 Engine coolant (2.3L
engine with automatic
transmission)10.2 quarts
(9.7L)
Engine coolant (3.0L
engine with manual
transmission)15.1 quarts
(14.3L)
Engine coolant (3.0L
engine with automatic
transmission)14.8 quarts
(14.0L)
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—Motorcraft Cooling
System Stop Leak PelletsVC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine oil (2.3L engine)4.0 quarts
(3.8L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
2
XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20-LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A and API
Certification Mark Engine oil (3.0L engine)4.5 quarts
(4.3L)
Engine oil (4.0L engine)5.0 quarts
(4.7L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-30
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
2
XO-5W30-QSP (US)
CXO-5W30-LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C929-A and API
Certification Mark
Automatic Transmission
fluid (4x2 with 2.3L
engine)9.9 quarts
(9.4L)
3
Motorcraft MERCONV
AT F
4
XT-5-QM /
MERCONV Automatic Transmission
fluid (4x2 vehicles with
3.0L or 4.0L engine)10.0 quarts
(9.5L)
3
Automatic Transmission
fluid (4x4 vehicles with
3.0L or 4.0L engine)10.3 quarts
(9.8L)
3
Manual transmission
fluid (5-speed)2.8 quarts
(2.65L)
5
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Transfer case fluid
(4X4)1.25 quarts
(1.2L)Motorcraft Transfer Case
FluidXL–12 /
—
Power steering fluidFill between
MIN/MAX line on
reservoirMotorcraft MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Front axle fluid (4X4)3.6 pints
(1.7L)Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle
LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
Rear axle fluid5.0-5.3 pints
(2.4-2.5L)
6,7,8
Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle
LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
Rear axle fluid (FX4
only)5.25-5.5 pints
(2.5-2.6L)
6,7,8
Motorcraft SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Rear Axle
LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Windshield washer fluid2.75 quarts
(2.6L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank–Regular cab
(Short wheel base)17 gallons
(64.4L)——
Fuel tank–Regular cab
(Long wheel base)20.3 gallons
(76.8L)——
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Fuel tank–SuperCab19.5 gallons
(73.8L)——
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only have the API
Certification mark and meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or
WSS-M2C930-A (2.3L and 3.0L).3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCONV should only use MERCONV fluid or fluid that
is specified dual usage MERCON/MERCONV. Refer toscheduled maintenanceto determine
the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause
transmission damage.5Service refill capacity for the manual transmission is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.6Traction-Lok axles use 4.75-5.0 pints (2.2-2.4L) of rear axle lubricant.7Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6mm to
14mm) below the bottom of the filler hole.8Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification
EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 138 182 245
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Ignition system EDIS EDIS EDIS
Spark plug gap0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35 mm)0.051–0.057 inch
(1.29–1.45 mm)0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)
Compression
ratio9.7:1 9.6:1 9.7:1
Engine drivebelt routing
•2.3L I4 Engine without A/C (with A/C similar)
•3.0L V6 Engine without A/C
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•3.0L V6 Engine with A/C
•4.0L V6 Engine
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