How do i know if my 96 ranger 2.3 has a ignition module or not?

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These modules are programmed to specific vehicles. You should use new only

I recommened only the factory part for this. You can buy it from most full service part stores and not just the Ford dealer. The part is
MOTORCRAFT Part # DY959 [ICM] (Ignition control module) $176.79
You can also mail order it from a site I use called rockauto.com the price given above is from that site.

it is a 42, 96 on up use a OBD-II system to read codes. older than 96 use an OBD-I system to read codes. 42 means - electronic spark timing or bypass fault. this means that BYPASS line is open or grounded,
2) EST line is open or grounded
3) PROM or CALPACK not seated properly in the ECM
4) Poor connections between ignition module and ECM
5) Poor routing of EST harness and/or poor quality ignition wires (EMI induced electrical noise)
6) Faulty or incorrect ignition module
7) Faulty ECM.

For 1993 Ford Truck Ranger 4WD 3.0L MFI 6cyl the Control Module-Ignition is located under hood, center, rear engine area, mounted on distributor.



Fig. 1: View of the remote mounted Ignition Control Module (ICM)

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most likely the coil or ignition module

The coil is mounted on top of the module,I hope this was helpful,If so.please let us know.

96 ranger likely doesn't have one. The "module" that used to be found in carburated vehicles with Distributors and Rotors has been eliminated by fuel injection , electronic ignition , and computers.
I MIGHT BE WRONG ABOUT THIS , maybe someone will come up with a better answer. In any case you might have to give more info about what the engine is doing ( or not doing ) .

It does not have an ignition control module. The PCM (powertrain control module) fires the coil pack based on signal it recieves from the crankshaft position sensor and the camshaft position sensor.

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