THE FORD RANGER FX4 PROTOTYPE – 2001
On September 7, 2001, The Ranger Station and members of the Rough Rangers Off-Road Club (Jim Oaks was the founder and club president) got the opportunity to get a first-hand look at the Ford Ranger FX4 that was slated to be introduced later in the fall. The Ford engineers responsible for the FX4 Ranger development had emailed Jim wanting to know how Ranger owners were modifying their Rangers for off-road. When they finally put together the FX4 package, they came to our Wellsville trail ride to show it off and test its abilities. They actually spent the whole day off-roading with us.
The Ford engineers didn’t baby the FX4 on the trail either. You can’t really tell in the pictures above, but the FX4 went back to Detroit with some body damage.
FORD RANGER FX4 QUICK FACTS
FX4 Off-Road & FX4 Level II Packages:
- 2002 – There was only one level of FX4
- 2003-2007 – You had the option between a FX4 Off-Road and FX4 Level II
- 2006-2007 – The Ford Ranger FX4 Level II had a FX4 Off-Road sticker on the bed, and a decal on the doors that said ‘Level II’
- 2008-2009 – There was only a FX4 Off-Road package. No FX4 Level II
Interiors:
- Black Interior – The 2002, 2008, 2009 FX4, and 2003-2007 FX4 Level II have either an all-black interior, or black with either red or blue inserts
- Gray & Tan Interior – All other FX4 Off-Road models with either have the gray or tan interior
Ford 8.8-Inch Axles:
- The 2002 FX4 and the 2003-2007 FX4 Level II came with a 31-spline 8.8-inch rear axle
- The 2003-2007 FX4 Off-Road (NON Level II) came with a 28-spline 8.8-inch rear axle
- Only the 31-spline 8.8-inch axles came with a Torsen limited slip
- The 2008-2009 Ford Ranger FX4 offered the 31-spline 8.8-inch axle with the Torsen limited slip as an option
Torsen Limited Slip:
- Only the 2002 FX4, and 2003-2007 FX4 Level II’s received the Torsen limited slip rear differential
- In 2008-2009 the Torsen limited slip rear differential was optional
- For more information on the Torsen limited slip, check out What Is A Torsen Limited Slip.
Manual Transfer Case:
- Only the 2002 Ford FX4, and 2003 Ford Ranger FX4 Level II had the optional manual transfer case.
Flareside (Stepside) Truck Beds:
- Only the 2003-2004 FX4 Off-Road models (not Level II) had a flareside bed option
2002 FORD RANGER FX4 OFF-ROAD
The Ford Ranger FX4 was Ford’s answer to the serious off-roader. Ford knew that these trucks were seeing a lot of off-road use, and took in interest in how guys were modifying their trucks. Ford was not about to offer lift kits on their new 2002 Ford Ranger FX4, but it did come with the features listed below.
Standard Features:
- 4.0L SOHC V6
- Bilstein Shocks
- Skid Plates
- 31-spline Ford 8.8-inch rear axle
- Torsen Limited Slip Differential
- 4.10 Gears
- 31×10.50×15 BF Goodrich All Terrain Tires
- 15-inch Alcoa wheels
- Tow hooks
- Manual transfer case
- Sport bucket seats
‘Twin Sticks’:
You may hear about the 2003-2004 Ford Ranger FX4 having ‘Twin Sticks’. This term shouldn’t be used on these trucks because ‘Twin Sticks’ is normally a term used with a transfer cases that came with 2-shifters, or with transfer case doublers that have 2-shifters that work the case. But in this case, people are simply referring to two shifters. One for the transfer case and one for the transmission. 2003 and 2003 were the only years that the FX4 was offered with a manual shift transfer case. The photo below shows the dual shifters.
Color Options:
The 2002 Ford Ranger FX4 was available in either Bright Red or Black with either a Medium Prairie Tan or Ebony interior.
Sales Brochure:
Check out the 2002 Ford Ranger Sales Brochure.
2003 FORD RANGER FX4 OFF-ROAD AND FX4 LEVEL II
This is where things get confusing for people. Honestly, Ford should never have created the Level II name. It should have been the FX4, or just a 4X4 Offroad model. To this day, people still don’t know the difference, and some probably don’t even realize there’s two levels of the FX4.
In addition to the standard features on every Ranger model, listed below are a few of the key features included on the FX4.
|
2003 Ford Ranger FX4 |
2003 Ford Ranger FX4 Level II |
| 4.0L SOHC 12-valve V6 engine | 4.0L SOHC 12-valve V6 engine |
| Limited-slip rear axle (Not Torsen) | Limited-slip rear axle – Torsen |
| Axle ratio – 4.10:1 | Axle ratio – 4.10:1 |
| Skid plates | Skid plates |
| 16″ 5-spoke cast aluminum wheels | 15″ 8-hole Alcoa® forged-aluminum wheels |
| P245/75R16 all-terrain OWL tires | 31″/10.5″ BF Goodrich® KO all-terrain tires |
| Tow hooks – Front, black | Tow hooks – Front, stainless steel |
| Bumpers – Chrome | Bumpers – Chrome |
| Grille – Painted-platinum honeycomb | Grille – Black |
| Side step bars | Bilstein® shock absorbers |
| 4-door SuperCab | 4-door SuperCab |
| Sliding rear window | Sliding rear window |
| Power Equipment Group – Includes power windows, power door locks and remote keyless entry system | Power Equipment Group – Includes power windows, power door locks and remote keyless entry system |
| Tilt steering wheel with speed control | Tilt steering wheel with speed control |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
| Front 60/40 cloth split-bench seat | Front cloth sport bucket seats |
| MACH AM/FM stereo with MP3/CD, clock and 4 speakers | AM/FM stereo with CD/cassette dual media, clock and 4 speakers |
| Floor mats – Color-keyed (front only) | Floor mats – Vinyl all-weather spill-containing |
| Rear vinyl jump seats | Rear vinyl jump seats (SuperCab models only) |
2003 Ford Ranger FX4 Options:
- Bedliner
- Tonneau cover
- Bed extender (cargo cage). Not available of the Level II
- Flareside bed (stepside). Not available of the Level II
- Trailer tow receiver
- 5-speed automatic transmission
Interior / Exterior Combinations:
- Medium Pebble Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Medium Pebble Interior / Bright Red Exterior
- Medium Pebble Interior / Toreador Red Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Interior / Black Exterior
- Dark Graphite Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Dark Graphite Interior / Right Red Exterior
- Dark Graphite Interior / Toreador Red Metallic Exterior
- Dark Graphite Interior / Deep Wedgewood Blue Exterior
- Dark Graphite Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior
- Dark Graphite Interior /Silver Frost Metallic Exterior
- Dark Graphite Interior / Black Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Oxford White Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Bright Red Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Black Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Silver Frost Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
Sales Brochure:
Check out the 2003 Ford Ranger Sales Brochure.
2004 FORD RANGER FX4 OFF-ROAD & LEVEL II
FX4 Off-Road
In addition to the standard features on every Ranger, listed below are a few key features included on the FX4 Off-Road in addition to or in place of those on the XLT.
Standard Features:
- 4.0L V6 engine with 5-speed manual transmission
- 16” 5-spoke cast aluminum wheels
- P245/75Rx16 all-terrain OWL tires
- Two Steel skid plates and two tow hooks
Options:
- Front cloth sport bucket seats
- Front leather trimmed 60/40 split bench seat
- Front leather trimmed sport bucket seats
- AM/FM stereo with dual media MP3/CD/Cassette player, clock and 4-speakers
- AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer, clock and 4-speakers
- Pioneer sound package – 290-watt pioneer sound system with 7-speakers
- Flareside (stepside) bed
- Bedliner
- Cargo cage bed extender (not available with flareside box or bedliner)
- Trailer tow Class III receiver
FX4 Level II
In addition to the standard features on every Ranger, listed below are a few key features included on the FX4 Level II in addition to or in place of those on the FX4 Off-Road.
Standard Features:
- 15” Alcoa forged-aluminum wheels
- BFG KO 31×10.5 all-terrain RWL tires
- Bilstein gas-charged shocks
- Torsen limited-slip rear axle
Options:
- Front leather trimmed sport bucket seats
- Bedliner
- Trailer tow Class III receiver
Interior / Exterior Combinations:
- Medium Pebble Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Medium Pebble Interior / Arizona Beige Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Interior / Bright Red Exterior
- Medium Pebble Interior / Toreador Red Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Interior / Dark Green Satin Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Interior / Black Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Bright Red Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Toreador Red Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior /Dark Green Satin Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / / Silver Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Oxford White Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Bright Red Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Black Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Oxford White Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Bright Red Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Dark Grey Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Black Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
Sales Brochure:
Check out the 2004 Ford Ranger Sales Brochure.
2005 FORD RANGER FX4 OFF-ROAD & FX4 LEVEL II
| 2005 Ford Ranger FX4 Off-Road | 2005 Ford Ranger FX4 Level II |
| 4.0L SOHC V6 engine | 4.0L SOHC V6 engine |
| Electronic shift transfer case | Electronic shift transfer case |
| Shocks, premium | Shocks, Bilstein |
| Limited slip axle | Limited-slip rear axle – Torsen (not listed in the brochure) |
| 16″ 5-spoke cast aluminum wheels | 15″ forged aluminum wheels (FX4/Level II) |
| P255/70Rx16 all-terrain OWL tires | 31×10.5 BFGoodrich KO Tires (FX4/Level II only |
| Sliding rear window (requires Privacy Glass) | Sliding rear window (requires Privacy Glass) |
| 4×4 skid plates – mid and aft | 4×4 skid plates – front, mid and aft |
| Mud flaps – rear only on vehicles with wheellip moldings | Mud flaps – rear only on vehicles with wheellip moldings |
| Black wheellip moldings | Black wheellip moldings |
| Fog lamps | Fog lamps |
| Step bars – black | |
| Tow hooks (4×4 only) – 2 black steel in front | Tow hooks (4×4) – 2 silver-tone steel in front, 1 black steel in rear |
| Grille – black honeycomb-mesh insert with chrome surround | Grille – black honeycomb-mesh insert with body color surround |
| Chrome front and rear step bumpers | Chrome front and rear step bumpers |
| Color-coordinated carpeting and carpeted front floor mats | Color-coordinated carpet, vinyl “slush” mats |
| High-series door trim panels with cloth insert and map pockets | Unique high-series door trim panels with cloth inserts and map pockets |
| Tachometer/gauge cluster – black-faced with matching trim rings | Tachometer/gauge cluster – black-faced with silver brushed trim rings |
| AM/FM stereo/single CD player with clock (4 speakers | (not listed?) |
| Front cloth 60/40 split bench seat with child safety seat LATCH restraint | Cloth sport bucket seats with extra-thick side bolstering, manual adjustable driver’s side lumbar support and center floor console |
| Rear vinyl jump seats | Rear vinyl jump seats |
Optional Equipment:
- 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive
- Front 60/40 split seat – leather trimmed (SuperCab with automatic transmission) (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- Front sport bucket seats – Cloth with center console (SuperCab) (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- Front sport bucket seats – Leather trimmed with center console (SuperCab with automatic transmission)
- AM/FM stereo/cassette/single-CD player with MP3 capability and clock (Dual-Media) (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- AM/FM stereo/6-disc in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability
- Pioneer 290-watt CD sound system with MP3 capability (SuperCab only)
- Floor mats – Black vinyl, slush-type (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- Bedliner
- Cargo cage bed extender (not available with bedliner)
- Trailer tow – Class III hitch receiver
Interior / Exterior Combinations:
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Arizona Beige Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Bright Red Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Toreador Red Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Dark Green Satin Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Black Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Bright Red Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Toreador Red Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Dark Green Satin Metallic
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Black
- Ebony & Red Interior / Oxford White Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Bright Red Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Black Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Oxford White Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Bright Red Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Black Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
Sales Brochure:
Check out the 2005 Ford Ranger Sales Brochure.
2006 FORD RANGER FX4 OFF-ROAD & LEVEL II
| 2006 Ford Ranger FX4 Off-Road | 2006 Ford Ranger FX4 Level II |
| 4.0L SOHC V6 engine | 4.0L SOHC V6 engine |
| 16″ 5-spoke cast-aluminum wheels with Dark Shadow Grey-painted insets (4) | 15″ Alcoa® 8-hole forged-aluminum wheels with Dark Shadow Grey paint (4)Skid plates — Fore, mid and aft |
| Limited-slip rear axle | Limited-slip rear axle – Torsen® (not listed in the brochure) |
| Skid plates — Mid and aft (SuperCab 4×4 only) | |
| Front 60/40 split bench seat — Cloth | Front sport bucket seats — Cloth with center console and driver’s-side manual lumbar support |
| Rear jump seats — Vinyl | Rear jump seats — Vinyl |
| AM/FM stereo with single-CD player, clock and 4 speakers | AM/FM stereo/cassette/single-CD player with MP3 capability, clock and 4 speakers (Dual-Media) |
| Floor mats — Black vinyl, slush-type (front only) | Floor mats — Black vinyl, slush-type (front only) |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
| Cargo box — 6′ | Cargo box — 6′ |
| Side step bars — Black | |
| Sliding rear window | Sliding rear window |
| Tow hooks — 2 black steel in front | Tow hooks — 2 silver-tone steel in front and 1 black steel in rear |
| Wheel-lip moldings — Molded-in-color | Wheel-lip moldings — Molded-in-color |
| Power Equipment Group — Includes power windows, door locks and sideview mirrors with remote keyless-entry system | Power Equipment Group — Includes power windows, door locks and sideview mirrors with remote keyless-entry system |
Optional Equipment:
- 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive
- 15-inch Alcoa 8-hole forged aluminum wheels with dark shadow grey painted inserts (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- 15-inch Alcoa 8-hole forged aluminum wheels with bright polish
- Front sport bucket seats – Leather trimmed with center console (SuperCab)
- Bedliner
- Cargo cage bed extender (not available with bedliner)
- Trailer tow – Class III hitch receiver
- AM/FM stereo/cassette/single-CD player with MP3 capability and 4 speakers (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- AM/FM stereo/6-disc in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability and 4 speakers
- Pioneer 290-watt sound system with AM/FM stereo and 6-disc in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability (SuperCab only)
Interior / Exterior Combinations:
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Black Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Oxford White Interior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Torch Red Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Black Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Screaming Yellow Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Oxford White Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Torch Red Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Black Exterior (FX4 Level II Only)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Dark Shadow Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Screaming Yellow Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Sonic Blue Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Torch Red Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Black Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Screaming Yellow Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
Sales Brochure:
Check out the 2006 Ford Ranger Sales Brochure.
(Note that the 2006 Ford Ranger FX4 has the ‘Level II’ label on the door, not on the FX4 decal)
2007 FORD RANGER FX4 OFF-ROAD & LEVEL II
(Note: The 2007 Ford Ranger FX4 Level II had the ‘LEVEL II’ label on the door, not under the FX4 logo)
| 2007 Ford Ranger FX4 Off-Road | 2007 Ford Ranger FX4 Level II |
| 4.0L SOHC V6 | 4.0L SOHC V6 |
| Shocks, Bilstein | |
| Limited slip axle | Limited slip axle |
| Class I trailer tow wiring harness, 4-pin | Class I trailer tow wiring harness, 4-pin |
| 16″ Y-spoke cast aluminum wheel with silver painted insets (4) | 15″ Alcoa forged aluminum with dark shadow grey finish (4) |
| P255/70Rx16 all-terrain OWL (4) | 31×10.5 BF Goodrich® KO (4) |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | Tire Pressure Monitoring System |
| 4×4 skid plates – mid and aft | 4×4 skid plates – front, mid and aft (SuperCab only) |
| Dark Shadow wheellip moldings | Dark Shadow wheellip moldings |
| Tow hooks (4×4 only) – 2 black steel in front | Tow hooks (4×4) – 2 silver-tone steel in front, 1 black steel in rear |
| Step bars – black | |
| Mirrors, power | Mirrors, power |
| Cargo box – Styleside 6’ | Cargo box – Styleside 6’ |
| Grille – body color “nostril bar” insert and surround | Grille – body color “nostril bar” insert and surround |
| Dark Shadow Grey front and rear step bumpers with black lower front valance and painted face | Dark Shadow Grey front and rear step bumpers with black lower front valance and painted face |
| Black rugged textured vinyl floor covering and front “slush” mats | |
| High-series door trim panels with cloth insert and map pockets (Sport with Power Equipment) | Unique FX4 Level II high-series door trim panels with cloth inserts and map pockets |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
| Tachometer/rally gauge cluster – black-faced with matching trim rings | Tachometer/gauge cluster – black faced with silver brushed trim rings |
| AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 capability with clock (2 speakers) and audio accessory input jack | |
| Rear vinyl jump seats | |
| Front cloth 60/40 split bench seat with child safety LATCH restraint | Two-tone cloth sport bucket seats, adjustable driver’s side lumbar support and center floor console and storage |
Optional Equipment:
- Bedliner
- Sliding rear window
- 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive
- Payload Package 2 with increased rear spring rates and premium gas shocks (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- Class III trailer tow package
- 15-inch Alcoa forged aluminum with dark shadow grey finish
- 15-inch Alcoa forged aluminum with bright polish finish
- Cloth sport bucket seats with center floor console (SuperCab) (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- Leather-trimmed sport bucket seats with center floor console and drivers side lumbar (SuperCab with automatic transmission)
- Leather-trimmed 60/40 split bench seat (SuperCab with automatic transmission) (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- Rear vinyl jump seats (standard in 4-door SuperCab) (FX4 Off-Road Only)
- AM/FM stereo in-dash 6 CD changer/MP3 capability and audio access input jack 4-speakers
- Pioneer 290-watt CD sound system with MP3 capability
- Tremor 510-watt Pioneer AM/FM stereo 6-disc in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability
Interior / Exterior Color Combinations:
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Medium Pebble Tan Interior / Black Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Vista Blue Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Torch Red Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Black Exterior
- Medium Dark Flint Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Oxford White Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Torch Red Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Ebony & Red Interior / Black Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Vista Blue Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Oxford White Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Vista Blue Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Torch Red Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Black Exterior (FX4 Level II)
- Solid Ebony Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior (FX4 Level II)
Sales Brochure:
Check out the 2007 Ford Ranger Sales Brochure.
2008 FORD RANGER FX4 OFF-ROAD
Starting in 2008, there was only one Ford Ranger FX4 option. It featured:
| 4.0L SOHC V6 engine | Front sport bucket seats — Two-tone cloth with center console and driver-side manual lumbar support |
| 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive (late availability on FX4 OFF-ROAD) | Steering wheel — Leather-wrapped — Tilt, with cruise control |
| Limited-slip rear axle (Limited-slip rear axle — TORSEN optional) | AM/FM stereo/single-CD player with MP3/SAT capability, clock, 4 speakers and audio input jack |
| Axle ratio — 4.10:1 | Floor covering — Black rugged vinyl |
| Skid plates — Fore, mid and aft | Floor mats — Black vinyl, slush-type (front only) |
| Shocks — Rancho® heavy-duty | 2-door SuperCab (4-door optional) |
| 16″ Y-spoke cast-aluminum wheels with silver-painted insets | Bed rail and tailgate lip protectors — 3-piece |
| P255/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires | Power Equipment Group — Includes power windows, door locks and sideview mirrors with remote keyless-entry system |
| Tow hooks – 2-black steel in front | Side step bars – black |
| Bumpers — Accent-color with black lower valance | Trailer tow — Class III hitch receiver |
| Grille — Body-color H-bar | Wheel-lip moldings — Molded-in-color |
| Fog lamps |
Optional Equipment:
- 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive
- Torsen limited slip rear axle
- Front sport bucket seats – Cloth with center console (SuperCab)
- AM/FM stereo/6-disc in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability
- Pioneer 290-watt CD sound system with MP3 capability (SuperCab only)
- SIRIUS Satellite Radio
- 4-door SuperCab
- Bed extender
- Bedliner
- Sliding rear window
- Bright trim group – Includes chrome sideview mirror caps, chrome sidestep bars and chrome exhaust tip
- Payload package #2 Includes increased rear spring rates and heavy-duty gas charged shocks
Interior / Exterior Color Combinations:
- Ebony & Red Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Torch Red Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Black Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Vista Blue Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Grabber Orange Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Vista Blue Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Torch Red Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Black Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Grabber Orange Interior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
Sales Brochure:
Check out the 2008 Ford Ranger Sales Brochure.
2009 FORD RANGER FX4 OFF-ROAD
2009 was the last year for the Ford Ranger FX4. Features included:
| 4.0L V6 engine | SIRIUS Satellite Radio2 – Includes receiver, antenna and 6-month subscription |
| 4×4 drivetrain with Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) | Floor covering – Black rugged vinyl |
| 16″ Y-spoke cast-aluminum wheels with silver-painted insets – 4 | Floor mats – Black vinyl, slush-type (front only) |
| P255/70R16 all-terrain OWL tires – 4 | Steering wheel – Leather-wrapped (Tilt, with cruise control) |
| Axle ratio – 4.10:1 | 2-door SuperCab (4-door optional) |
| Limited-slip rear differential (Limited-slip rear differential – TORSEN® optional) | Bed-rail and tailgate lip protectors – 3-piece |
| Shocks – Rancho® heavy-duty gas-charged | Bumpers – Accent-color with black lower valance |
| Skid plates – Fore, mid and aft | Grille – Body-color H-bar |
| Tow hooks – 2 black steel in front | Sidestep bars – black |
| Front sport bucket seats – Two-tone cloth with driverside manual lumbar support and center console | Trailer tow hitch receiver |
| AM/FM stereo/single-CD player with MP3/SAT radio capability, clock, 4 speakers and audio input jack | Power Equipment Group – Includes power windows, door locks and sideview mirrors, and remote keyless-entry system |
Optional Equipment:
- 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive
- Torsen limited slip rear axle
- Front sport bucket seats – Cloth with center console (SuperCab)
- AM/FM stereo/6-disc in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability
- Pioneer 290-watt CD sound system with MP3 capability (SuperCab only)
- 4-door SuperCab
- Bed extender
- Bedliner
- Sliding rear window
- Bright trim group – Includes chrome sideview mirror caps, chrome sidestep bars and chrome exhaust tip
- Payload package #2 Includes increased rear spring rates and heavy-duty gas charged shocks
- Power CodeTM Remote Start System (requires automatic transmission and Power Equipment Group)
Interior / Exterior Color Combinations:
- Ebony & Red Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Torch Red Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Red Interior / Black Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Vista Blue Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Grabber Orange Exterior
- Ebony & Blue Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Oxford White Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Vista Blue Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Torch Red Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Redfire Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Dark Shadow Grey Metallic Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Black Exterior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Grabber Orange Interior
- Solid Ebony Interior / Silver Metallic Exterior
Sales Brochure:
Check out the 2009 Ford Ranger Sales Brochure.
2019 FORD RANGER FX4
The last year of the FX4 package on the FX4 was 2009, and Ford ended production of the Ranger in 2011.
Ford brought the Ford Ranger back to the North American market in 2019 and when they did the FX4 package returned with it. There wasn’t a FX4 Off-Road and FX4 Off-Road Level II package, there was simply an FX4 Off-Road Package.
The FX4 Off-Road Package gives Ranger all the hardware and technology you need to get way out. Tough enough to tackle trails in all weather, Ranger FX4 makes its presence known with a prominent steel bash plate up front, and grip-enhancing all-terrain tires at all 4 corners. For even more bite, fit yours with the LT-rated tires. The Terrain Management System is combined with the Trail Control feature, an off-road tuned suspension, an electronic-locking rear differential, (3) skid plates, and an off-road display in the instrument cluster screen to help increase your off-road confidence.
Trail Control:
Designed for low-traction, off-road conditions, Trail Control acts as a low-speed cruise control, maintaining your selected speed from 1 to 20 mph. It manages acceleration and braking – sending power and braking to each individual wheel as needed – so you can keep your focus on steering while going uphill, downhill, or over rugged terrain. Trail Control can be engaged while Ranger is in 2H, 4H or 4L, and in combination with any of the (4) Terrain Management System modes, to help provide maximum traction when you venture beyond the pavement.
Terrain Management System:
The Ford Ranger FX4 features the only Terrain Management System1 in the class that works in both 4H and 4L, offering you seamless shift-on-the-fly confidence over all sorts of surfaces. Just tap the “TM” button to select any of the 4 modes. The system automatically calibrates engine responsiveness, transmission gearing, and vehicle control systems to provide the optimum traction, drivability and performance.
Normal mode is ideal for everyday driving on wet or dry paved roads.
Grass/Gravel/Snow mode lets the transmission deliver earlier upshifts and less aggressive engine torque distribution, limiting wheel slip to help improve traction on tricky terrain.
Mud/Ruts mode allows powertrain torque to be a bit more aggressive, limiting transmission upshifts and letting the wheels spin to get you through the thick stuff.
Sand mode uses more aggressive throttle progression and holds gears longer to help transfer optimized torque to the wheels. They can spin aggressively to maintain momentum and keep the fun going.
Rear Locking Differential:
In low-traction situations, engaging the electronic locking rear differential1 can send a 100% torque split to either rear wheel. It’s designed for use at speeds below 20 mph in most Terrain Management System modes. When in Sand mode, it can operate at speeds below 45 mph.
Approach & Departure Angles:
- 28.7° Approach Angle
- 25.4° Departure Angle
- 21.5° Breakover Angle
More Information:
For more information on the 2019 Ford Ranger, check out:
Introduction – 2019 Ford Ranger
2019 And Newer Sales Brochures:
For models newer than 2019, check out our selection of Ford Ranger Sales Brochures.