Serious injury can result from contact with hot exhaust manifolds. Using a sharp punch and hammer, drive a hole in the rear bearing bore plug and pry it out. This material is extremely harmful to the steering gear. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Position the lamp socket into the lens and install the retaining clip. Apply 50W engine oil to both ends of the pushrods.
If a spark did occur, measure the resistance of the ignition coil wire, replace it if the resistance is greater than 7000 ohms per foot. Anytime the torsion bar is disturbed, the ride height must be checked and adjusted. If the coolant is left in the system too long, it loses its ability to prevent rust and corrosion. Second, screws and bolts are removed by turning counterclockwise, and tightened by turning clockwise unless specifically noted. There are no adjustments necessary on these transmissions. This high resolution manual has easy to use menus and is keyword searchable and fully printable. Before removing the drive shaft, matchmark the driveshaft in relationship to the flange on the transfer case and the flange on the rear axle so that it may be installed in its original position.
When the coupling is connected together, the flared end of the female fitting slips behind the garter spring inside the cage of the male fitting. The Ranger vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes. Disconnect the throttle cable and bracket. Locate the horizontal adjuster for each headlamp. Raise the vehicle and support it safely. If the left cylinder head is being removed: Remove the accessory drive belt.
The camshaft retaining bolt has a drilled oil passage for timing chain assembly lubrication. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. Remove the power steering pump and bracket assembly. A gentle tap with a soft hammer may help to break the seal on the gasket. Using the special tool, disconnect the outer tie-rod end. Remember that some longer exhaust pipes may be difficult to wrestle out from under the vehicle if it is not supported high enough.
Firmly apply the parking brake and place blocks in back of the rear wheels. Position the thermostat in the housing making sure that the air release valve is in the up 12 o'clock position. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Obtain a new gasket for the intake assembly before removing it. The fuel pressure relief valve is located on the fuel line in the upper right hand corner of the engine compartment.
To install, reverse the removal procedure. To install: If scraping is necessary to clean the remaining gasket material off of the mating surfaces, take care to avoid scratching or gouging the soft aluminum. Disconnect the hydraulic coupling at the transmission. Make sure to label them to assure proper installation Detach the accelerator and speed control if equipped cables from the throttle body lever. Use new cylinder head bolts.
Install the bolts that fasten the fuel supply and return lines to the injector manifold. Connect the ignition wires to the spark plugs and reconnect the negative battery cable. Don't waste time calling around to your local bookstores or waiting for a repair manual to arrive by mail. Disconnect the negative battery cable. The spacer ring and thrust plate are available in two thicknesses to permit adjusting the end play.
This number usually a whole number and a decimal fraction is actually a comparison of the number of gear teeth on the ring gear and the pinion gear. Install a sheet metal screw in each hole. The fluid level should be up to the fill hole. Remove the power steering fluid cooler. Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. Remove the nut, washer and insulator from the upper shock absorber mount at the frame bracket and remove the shock absorber. Raise the transfer case with a suitable transmission jack or equivalent, raise it high enough so that the transmission output shaft aligns with the splined transfer case input shaft.
To install: Position the manifold on the heads and install and tighten the attaching bolts to specification. The power steering pump is mounted to the engine and driven by the engine accessory drive belt. Place the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position and remove the ignition key. Check, and if necessary, adjust the toe setting. Pull out the dipstick and note the oil level. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
Fill the power steering system. Turn the steering gear input shaft to the right until the stop is reached. You should become thoroughly familiar with this information before you operate your vehicle. If the spacer is correctly installed, replace the thrust plate. Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission 5.