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    Ford Ranger Gearbox & Transmission Problems

    Are you having problems with the transmission of your Ford Ranger? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Ford Ranger transmission issues & faults. We have answered all of the most frequently asked questions relating to problems with the Ford Ranger transmission.

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    Ford Ranger clutch issues
    Answered by Graham Smith · 23 February 2012

    The clutch issue is not confined to the Ranger, other brands suffer the same problems, which suggests that the clutches used are marginal for towing. Your experience is not unusual, and should be a warning to everyone else looking to buy a ute to tow with. The normal fix is to install a heavy-duty aftermarket clutch, as you have done. Unfortunately carmakers have an out, in that they state quite clearly that the clutch is not covered by the warranty, and it's difficult to say what kilometres you should expect to get from a clutch before it would need replacing.

    Ford Ranger gear change
    Answered by CarsGuide team · 23 February 2011

    We haven’t had other reports of a problem with fifth gear in the Ranger, but we have had reports of clutch problems with the Ranger and the Mazda BT-50, as we have with a number of one-tonne utes. No one has yet to admit to a fault unfortunately, so you’re on your own should your clutch fail.

    Ask Smithy Xtra Incline reversing in Ranger
    Answered by Graham Smith · 21 December 2010

    We haven’t had any other reports like yours, perhaps that’s because yours is an unusual situation and not everyone has to back up an incline on a regular basis. You might have been better off with an auto trans in your situation.

     

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