Ford Ranger Problems

The bolt pattern, also known as the Pitch Circle Diameter (PCD) is 6x139.7mm or 6x5.5in. This means the Ranger has six wheel studs on each wheel, which are spaced 139.7mm apart.

There is no hard and fast answer, as some parts will need customising to interchange between different body styles or drivetrains. When looking to interchange parts between vehicles, you should do as much research as possible to work out if the parts will fit. Key to this is using trusted sources of information. Generally, you will be able to interchange some parts between models of the same generation, so parts fitted to a T6 (or PX) Ranger will be able to be interchanged, however minor differences in wiring or computer coding need to be explored.

How did you determine the gearbox oil was low? An additive won’t do anything for you, except maybe fix a leaking seal, but you don’t say if there is a leak present. Take it to a mechanic.

Is it getting hot when you’re driving it? A car can be hard to start, even sound like the battery is flat when you go to crank it, when it gets hot. Leaving it the extra time gives it a chance to cool down.

Lift out the four push-lock clips on the radiator cover panel using a flat-blade screwdriver. Push in the clip at the front of that panel, hidden behind the left-hand side of the grille to remove the top cover. Remove the Ford badge by undoing the three Torx-headed bolts holding that panel in from behind. The grille shell is held in by five push-lock clips, with the two outside clips accessed from behind the wheel arch liners, and the three centre clips accessed through the central air intake in the bumper. Once those clips have been popped out, the grille should lift out.

Ford's evergreen T6-generation Ranger ute weighs between 1866kg up to 1968kg, depending on the model purchased and what specification it comes in.

The answer depends on your budget and what you need the Ranger to do for you. Obviously, the best Ranger available will be the new-generation model launching later this year, in the highest trim level possible. All PX-series (otherwise known as T6 models) are good utes, including the 2.2-litre and 3.2-litre models, two wheel drive and 4x4, dual cab or single cab. Depending on your budget I'd suggest buying the highest specification model in the best condition possible, as the extra features in an XLT or Wildtrak will come in handy, compared to having to add them to a base model later on.

The ADR requires carmakers to have a side indicator so there is always a visible turn signal light, so you should be able to see that even if you can’t see the front light.

To remove the radio in T6-generation Ford Rangers start by using trim removal tools to pop off the clipped-on trim panels next to the radio and fan control console. There is a screw on each side behind each of these holding the black radio unit in, which you will need to remove. You can then pop out the lower part of that black trim, housing the cigarette lighter and power socket. You then need to use trim removal tools to lever the vents either side of the radio screen out. The left-hand side should start near the door and work in towards the radio. Once these pieces have been removed pull the trim that sits between the radio screen and the controls, starting with the right-hand side piece, then pull the left-hand piece which runs all the way to the left-hand door. There will be six Phillips-head screws holding the control panel and screen to the car, which all need to be removed. Once the control panel has been removed you can then undo four more Phillips-head screws to remove the radio unit itself.

Thanks to modern locks and rolling encoded security systems it is not a job for an amateur to try to unlock a Ford Ranger's door without a key. The key sends a code to the car to unlock the doors, and also allow the engine to start, as it turns off the immobiliser. Modern security systems make it impossible to hotwire a car like in old Hollywood movies. The best way to get into a Ford Ranger if you lock your keys inside is to call a locksmith.