1997 Ford Ranger Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing
1997 Ford Ranger Manual
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Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule and Record ...3 General Maintenance Information ...Maintenance: An investment ...No Cost PCV Valve Replacement ...Wheel Lug Nuts ...3 3 4 4 What Maintenance Schedule Do You Follow? ...6 Normal Schedule ...7 Severe Duty Schedule ...26 Owner Maintenance Checks - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
. The recommended lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to Ford Specifications are available from your dealer. This booklet gives you a place to record the services that are performed on your vehicle so that you can keep a record of when parts should be checked or replaced. Give your - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
the use of genuine Ford replacement parts. If other than Ford or Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized remanufactured parts are used for maintenance replacements or for the service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
PRE-DELIVERY CHECK u Pre-Delivery Service Inspection Completed 5 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
if your driving habits FREQUENTLY include one or more of the following conditions: u Towing a trailer or carrying a heavy load. u Operating in severe dust conditions. u Extensive idling, such as police, taxi or door-to-door delivery service. u Off-Road operation u Short trips of less than 10 miles - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
yoke (if equipped). centering ball (SWB 4x4). slide rails. u Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
case oil (4x4). u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). 35,000 MILES (56,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
yoke (if equipped). centering ball (SWB 4x4). slide rails. u Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
hub locks (4x4). u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Change manual transmission oil. 65,000 MILES (104,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
replace oil filter. 75,000 MILES (120,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
automatic transmission u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). centering ball (SWB 4x4). u Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
12 months. u Replace air cleaner filter. (3) u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California vehicles). u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins (4x4). slide rails. u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
bearings u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). 95,000 MILES (152,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
MILES (168,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. Normal Schedule 21 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
yoke (if equipped). centering ball (SWB 4x4). slide rails. u Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint u Inspect disc brake system, lubricate caliper u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. 120,000 MILES (192,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace air cleaner filter. (3) u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
system for damage and operation. u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). u Inspect and lubricate spindle needle bearings (4x4). u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Lubricate front axle R.H. axle shaft slip yoke (4x4). u Change manual transmission Guide. your dealer will replace the PCV valve - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
Control Service are shown in this type and style. For items marked with a number in parentheses such as (1), see footnote at the end of this section. Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be replaced synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, Part Number F1TZ-19580-B or - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
pins (4x4). caliper slide rails. (2) u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. 18,000 MILES (30,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 24,000 MILES (40,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. 30 Severe Duty - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4). (2) u Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding. NOTE: It is normal for a certain amount - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California vehicles). u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke ( - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
months. and control rod connecting pins (4x4). caliper slide rails. (2) u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt u Inspect disc brake system and lubricate u Inspect drum brake systems, hoses and lines. 48,000 MILES (80,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler. 51,000 MILES (85,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Change automatic transmission fluid. 36 Severe Duty Schedule - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California vehicles). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
brake system for damage and operation. (4x4). u Inspect and lubricate spindle needle bearings u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). u Lubricate front axle R.H. axle shaft slip yoke (4x4). u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Change manual transmission oil - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
replace oil filter. u Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 36 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
Inspect accessory drive belt(s). u Replace air cleaner filter. (1) u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. for California vehicles). u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required u Check clutch reservoir fluid - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4). (2) u Lubricate rear driveshaft double cardan joint u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins (4x4). u Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any foreign material trapped by - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
lubricate hub locks (4x4). u Change manual transmission oil. 93,000 MILES (155,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. 96,000 MILES (160,000 Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
engine oil and replace oil filter. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped). (2) centering ball (SWB 4x4 - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; and check coolant strength every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Lubricate transfer case shift lever pivot bolt and control rod connecting pins (4x4). caliper - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Change engine coolant every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 36 months. u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
Kilometers) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (3)(4) u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
drive belt (2.3L only). u Replace fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California vehicles). u Check clutch reservoir fluid level. u Inspect and lubricate automatic transmission shift linkage. u Lubricate steering linkage suspension, driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease fittings - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
. (2) u Inspect parking brake system for damage and operation. (4x4). (4x4). u Lubricate front axle R.H. axle shaft slip yoke u Inspect and lubricate spindle needle bearings u Inspect and lubricate hub locks (4x4). u Change transfer case oil (4x4). u Change manual transmission oil. 52 Severe Duty - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
conditions will require more frequent replacement of your air filter. Check your air filter at 3,000 miles (5,000 km). If it is dirty replace it and then keep replacing the hubs (1/2 wheel height) then these items must be serviced daily are provided in your Owner Guide. Also retighten to proper torque - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
of your vehicle. Any adverse conditions should be brought to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician for service advice as soon as possible. These Owner Maintenance Checks are generally not covered by warranties and you may be charged for labor, parts and lubricants used. When - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
of your transmission occur, check the transmission fluid level. function. u Check automatic transmission P ( fluid. u Check fluid level in clutch master cylinder. u Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hoses for leaks or damage. nuts. u Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug u Clean body - 1997 Ford Ranger | Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
door and hood locks and latches. u Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. u Clean battery and terminals, check electrolyte level on low maintenance (auxiliary and replacement) batteries. If any of these conditions are noted, bring them to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as
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