Top 20 1997 Ford Ranger SuperCab Questions & Answers

You AC compressor is failing, the debris are plugging the tube, replace the compressor receiver dryer and have the system flushed out professionally.

Manual or auto transmission. The part you need is dealer only.

I wish I could help. But try taking the positive battery post off...Let it sit a few then reconnect...Can't hurt

Usually the drum inside the first gear is damaged/burned.smell the fluid. Look for a new transmission then

Ignition switch needs replacing. How To Install Replace Ignition Switch Ford Ranger 95 04 1AAuto com

I would need to know why you replaced the switch, you test it before replacing it. Remember our answers are a guess based on experience, but it is up to you to test it before you throw away a good part.

My first guess is going to be that (LR) caliper is locked... although a bit unusual for both (at the same EXACT time) ... it is typically a gradual situation... caused by water absorption in our ALCOHOL BASED brake-fluid. If CHANGED at recommended intervals... these systems could go for MORE than the (nearly) two decades accomplished here by your system (summary: not a hot point). You can probably get some TEMPORARY relief by opening the bleed valve (tiny) and working space between the rotor & caliper RE-CLOSE that bleeder and see if any MOTION had been achieved... (but your entire system needs to be cleaned, re-sealed and fully serviced (new or reground rotors, rebuilt calipers... and do the master while you are there (the water caused pitting will be everywhere in the system). If you are not inclined to rebuild them (new cups & seals) yourself just about every over counter parts house SAYS they can get YOUR rebuilt... (buy new or pay the core charge). I DO NOT recommend ever letting your OWN originals get away. Going forward... read the small print and flush your brake system more often than you change the transmission fluid...!! ((the purists say annually... a bit overboard I think but be SAFE)). Good luck.

MILEAGE??? I would suspect a valve body issue in most cases. It is possible it may be solenoid related as well. If high mileage, there could be clutch issues or even pressure issues due to a defective pump. I would have the transmission module scanned for any codes that may help point you in the right direction

10 volts is not enough should be 12 min. What happens if you disconnect the switch? Does it still do it. Does that fuse do anything else?

If there is no obvious indication of lights remaining on after shutting the truck off then having the battery checked at your friendly auto parts store may be in order. Even a new battery can fail. Check the terminals especially if the engine has a poor crank. The voltage should not go below nine during crank at the battery. If the voltage is above 11 and the motor will not crank look for a bad connection. If the truck is running no lights or heater off the voltage should above 13. Monitor the voltage for a day or two and see if the voltage drops. Much below 11.5 would indicate that the battery is discharging. With out special equipment it is hard to see the drain from the battery by the truck.. The Electronic modules are always drawing some low level current from the battery.

Try .054 for standard plugs.

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Basically, remove and replace, drain coolant from radiator, locate t-stat housing, remove bolts, remove t-stat and replace with new,make sure the pellet end of t-stat goes in first, re install housing and new gasket or o ring, refill, burp air, and top off, put on the cap, That's about it. If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/michael_2496c4f07ad24453

If you have a twist knob to operate it, sometimes the knob can crack and just spin on the control shaft. It really is not turning the shaft.

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Here is a pic of the sensor

Your shift solenoid or Torque Converter Clutch (most likely) probably needs attention. I'm providing a diagram here~~>

the ignition key switch is going bad try jiggling the key around in the off position. make sure the chrome thumb wheel is lined up with the key. my '95 has been like this for 5 years and I can always get it to shut off (unless the headlights are on, the it will not stop)

Some units have a fuse within 30 inches of the Alternator. Another common problem is the small wire connector on the Alternator. While the plastic connector may look like it is attached in the seat of the Alternator, actually the metal contacts can push up through the plastic connector. Check for power to the small Alternator wires. You need power to the small wires to make the Alternator work. The Alternator gets this power when the Ignition switch is ON.

Switch is located just above the floor mat passenger side to to the right. Push it.