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I was thinking the same thing too about the ignition missing, but the plugs got replace and the wires too. the truck ran fine after that. do you think it could the fuel pump? I'm going to take my truck to a shop next week. I'll let you know what they say.
The only major problem that I've had is with the Electrical Brain. I've had several different shops test it out, and they can never find the problem. I've put at least 2 new batteries in in only 5 years. Has anyone else had a similar problem? Thanks.
wrong that everthing it operating like it should
2004 Ranger Edge supercab 2wd automatic.
we need help
- Frieberg
After a year or so it stopped working as designed. The light sensor is still working as I can hear a relay click when going from light to dark and vice-a-versa. But nothing happens to the headlights if the switch is off. If the switch is on 'park', the parking lights are on in the day and reduced power headlights go on automatically at night. When the switch is on 'headlights', reduced power lights are on during the day, and full power lights go on at night.
I could leave the switch always on except that the lights would not switch off when ignition is turned off.
Hoping for a solution to restore the function of this useful device. Right now it's useless.
I don't think they changed much of anything in the last few years. The 4L are OHC motors. My guess would be that a 2003 would fit a 2004. There hasn't been much change to body, options, or motors.
But why not call this 'JBA' company and ask this question of them. They should know better than anyone.
Buy a new one. Do an internet search for the company that made it and see if they have manuals and/or parts.
Call the company directly and talk to someone. (Yea, bet it's from China!!!!!)
Is it 'missing'?
If so, the first thing I would suggest is new plug and plug wires.
This sounds like a vehicle that hasn't had much maintenance. Come on, tell the truth.
Change the fuel filter. It might be clogged up badly.
If the 'Check Engine' light is on, you need to have the codes pulled and diagnoised...
I've recently taken ownership of a 1990 Ranger. This truck sat for a number of years and I've gotten it back to good working condition. I've even taken it on an 8 hour trip and it went smoothly.
Recently this came up - drive it for 10 minutes or so, enough to get it warm, and all the sudden I can't get any engine power. If I lightly press the pedal the engine still runs but feels like it's bogging down, have to pull over. Let it sit for 10 minutes, it will run for 5, then does it again. Check engine light does Not come on.
Engine starts and idles fine. Runs good until this happens.
I've replace the following - for this problem and general maintenance:
Fuel pump, fuel filter, 1 ignition coil (top), spark plugs and wires, air filter and new muffler.
Any input would be appreciated!
Thanks!
i have a 99 ranger and every time it rains or gets moisture outside i have a belt that squeaks and my passenger door makes my dome light come on. (door ajar) but if it is beautiful outside or snowing i don't have the problem of either one. my dad tried everything on the squeaky belt but it only works for about a day or so. but after the rain go's away the door shuts fine and the belt is quiet. oh yeah my back window also leaks as well. if anyone has any ideas let me know please :mad:
Thanks,Landon
Door Ajar - The switch is inside the door, on the inside of the pull handle. You might be able to get WD40 or Electrical Cleaner on it from the outside, but a real cure would mean taking the door panel off and cleaning the switch or replacing it. Ranger are know for problems with these switches.
Rear Window Leak - The seal around the 'high brake light' is known to leak, which looks like the window is leaking. Easier to fix than a leaking window.
And get with a Chevy :shades:
That's what i did after owning 2 Rangers
You learn the hard way
Later
Factory manual just shows a "black box" instead of internal components. I was hoping that something outside the module might have come loose or something.
Ford on the internet is of no help.
I am on my 5th serpentine belt and I have 128k on the truck. It sqweaks when its hot, when its cold when it rains and sometimes because it feels like it. It could sqweak all day and then not a sound for a week. I found that when I change it, it will not sqweak for about 5k or it will sqweak in 40 miles for a few days and then stop for like 4000 miles. I have tried EVERYTHING, silicone, cat litter, belt dressing (that stuff is GARBAGE), soap, alcohol, all sorts of other things. I currently suspect that antifreeze is dripping on it, just a little bit because I can smell it very easily, not a lot, just a drop or two now and then. I cannot find a leak anywhere, I could stare at it all day, but I swear this is the cause in my case. The other possibility that I had been thinking of -and have not ruled out is that one of the pulleys is bent and the belt is slightly angled and the edge is wearing, but staring at the belt after I pull it is not showing this.
The good thing is the belt is Very easy to replace. There is a diagram under your hood and you only need a socket wrench to hold back the tensioner with a Strong arm (I climb on the engine) and another person to help remove the old belt while you hold it back. The harder part is getting the new belt on. It takes two people but the whole operation from start to finish can take you less than 10 minutes. A Lot better than throwing away the money at a shop.