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OK so I am trying to remove my 4R55E transmission from my Ranger. I tried to get it out without taking the Y pipe out but finally gave up. I broke / loosened the bolts on the collars at the exhaust manifold end but am having problems with the studs that go to the catalytic converter (see...

I searched the forum and it appears that the easiest way to do this is to disconnect the "Y" pipes from the exhaust manifold to the cat. I have a few questions about this. 1. Do you just leave the pipes hanging or can you remove them for easier trans removal? 2. Will the transmission slip...

I have a 96 Ranger with the 4.0 V6 and 245k miles on it. I believe it has a 4R55E in it but from what I understand it can be "converted" to a 5R55E by software. Has anyone ever done this before? What module needs the software "upgrade"? The ECM or another module? Do I need to replace any...

I have a 96 4.0 Ranger with the 4R44E transmission. I noticed when the trans was cold and engine running it showed low fluid (below the bottom hole). I added about 1/2 of a quart of Mercon V and noticed the transmission shifting odd. I then checked after driving about 30 miles and noticed it...

I have one remote for my 96 Ranger that is all beat up and the buttons don't always work. I bought 4 used replacements on Ebay. For some weird reason, if I add a "new" remote (using this procedure on youtube ). After the doors unlock and lock I can add a new remote. However, my original...

I am replacing the accumulator on my 96 Ranger. I obtained some Motorcraft YN-12-D PAG Oil for it which is supposed to be the correct oil for my AC system. Does anyone know if this is single or double end capped? I tried to contact Ford and they had no idea. I guess if the system was...

Can someone tell me what the correct torque is for the rocker arm shaft pedestals? There are three of them on my OHV 4.0 engine and the service manual says to torque to 24 ft pounds and then turn 90 degrees. This sounds like a torque to yield bolt. Can these bolts be reused? Also, if you...

Can someone tell me what the correct torque is for the rocker arm shaft pedestals? There are three of them on my OHV 4.0 engine and the service manual says to torque to 24 ft pounds and then turn 90 degrees. This sounds like a torque to yield bolt. Can these bolts be reused? Also, if you...

I am replacing some worn rocker arms on my 4.0 and was wondering if you need to replace the pin that is on the end of the rocker shaft that is behind the spring? I went to my Ford dealer and was told the part is obsolete. Has anyone just reused the pin? Any danger it will fall out if you...

I have oil leaks on my valve covers on my 96 Ranger 4.0. I was looking at the engine and it appears I can remove the valve covers without removing the upper intake like I have heard. The drivers side will be tight and the EGR tube from upper intake will have to be removed. Has anyone done...

I have a 96 Ranger XLT with extended cab and long bed. I was going to replace the U-Joints as it has 200k on the originals. I ordered 3 U-Joints for it because that is what it showed my truck used in the parts list. When I went underneath to replace them i found FOUR U-Joints! :icon_confused...

I have a 97 extended cab ranger with sliding rear window. The passenger side window quadrant is cracked. I found another sliding rear window with a broken center piece and drivers quadrant but intact passenger quadrant. Is there any way to remove just this piece and replace it? Everything...

Anyone here rebuilt a 4R55e? I have a 1996 Ranger 2wd super cab with 4.0L v6 and original transmission that has never been touched. It has 185,000 miles on it and is leaking fluid from the bell housing. I suspect it is the pump. The leak is getting worse so I know it will have to be...

I ordered some new fron rotors for my Ranger and specifically selected the ones for 2WD ABS trucks. When I removed my old rotors, I noticed a "ring" with slots in it attached to the back side of the rotor that apparently triggers to the ABS sensor the speed of the wheel. My new rotors do not...

My Ranger currently has around 178,000 miles on it. I was thinking of replacing the timing chain as preventative maintenance but heard from a fellow ranger owner that he has 350,000 miles on his original timing chain. Can anyone tell me on average how long the timing chain on 4.0 V6 engines...

I’m replacing the lower intake gasket on my Ford Ranger 4.0L V6. I have a FelPro intake gasket set on order but wanted to know what I need to get for the fuel injectors. Are there just 2 o-rings per injector or is there any other gasket for the fuel rail “cover” as well? I know this engine...

I noticed when I filled up my tank that I smelled a strong odor of gas. I looked underneath the tank and the cover piece that covers the bottom of the tank was soaked in gas and wet when I touched it. After driving it 40 miles or so the gas leak went away. This truck has a plastic tank so I...

I just acquired a 96 Ford Ranger. It was pulling slightly to the right so I took it in to have the alignment checked. After it was aligned, it still pulls to the right so I took it back and had them look at it again. The alignment tech told me there was no way to adjust the caster or camber...