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Original Version:

This section replaced the old Tech Library of the original website that can still be found HERE. (No new articles added here after 2018)

2019-Present Ford Ranger Tech:

If your looking for tech specific to the 2019-present Ford Ranger, click HERE.

Other Info:

Ignition:

Duraspark Basics

2.8 Duraspark Conversion

Remote Mount TFI Ignition Module

MSD Ignition On A Ford 3.0

3.0L Camshaft Position Sensor

4.0L Camshaft Synchronizer

3.0L & 4.0L Camshaft Position Sensor 

2.8 Round Distributor Rotor Problems

4.0 (SOHC) Plugs & Wires

PATS Programming With Forscan

Ford Chip Key Basics or What Blank Key Should I Buy

Computer:

TFI Diagnostics

EEC-IV (OBD-I) Diagnostics

OBD-I 2-Digit Codes

OBD-I 3-Digit Codes

OBD-II Trouble Codes

Diagnosis Using The O2 Sensor

Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) Operation & Test

Ford Ranger Emission Test Driving Cycle

Ford P1443 & P0401 Trouble Codes

Ford P0155 & P1151 Trouble Codes

Evaporative Purge System Check Engine Code P1443

P1445 Purge Flow Sensor Circuit High Input

PATS Programming With Forscan

Battery & Charging:

Parasitic Draw Battery Test

Charging System Trouble Shooting

Electrical Diagrams

Charging System Information & Checking

Alternators

Dual Battery Setups

Cheap Dual Battery Setup

Automotive Battery Basics

130 Amp Alternator Swap

130 AMP Alternator Install

130 AMP Alternator Upgrade

200 AMP Alternator Upgrade

Fuses:

1983-1992 Fuse Box Diagrams & Checking Fuses

1993-1997 Fuse Box Diagrams & Checking Fuses

1998-2000 Fuse Box Diagrams & Checking Fuses

2001-2003 Fuse Box Diagrams & Checking Fuses

2004-2011 Fuse Box Diagrams & Checking Fuses