Ranger 2WD V6-171 2.8L (1983): Steering and Suspension

Also for this vehicle: Ranger 2006.5 (05.2006-), Ranger 2WD L4-122 2.0L SOHC (1984), Ranger 2WD L4-134 2.2L DSL (1983), Ranger 2WD L4-140 2.3L SOHC (1984), Ranger 2WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (1998), Ranger 2WD L4-2.3L (2009), Ranger 2WD L4-2.3L VIN D (2001), Ranger 2WD V6-177 2.9L (1989), Ranger 2WD V6-182 3.0L (1995), Ranger 2WD V6-245 4.0L (1990), Ranger 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1997), Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L (2008), Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1998), Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L VIN V Flex Fuel (2001), Ranger 2WD V6-4.0L (2010), Ranger 4WD L4-122 2.0L SOHC (1984), Ranger 4WD L4-134 2.2L DSL (1983), Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHC (1984), Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L VIN A EFI (1997), Ranger 4WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (2001), Ranger 4WD L4-2.3L VIN D (2002), Ranger 4WD V6-171 2.8L (1983), Ranger 4WD V6-177 2.9L (1988), Ranger 4WD V6-182 3.0L (1994), Ranger 4WD V6-183 3.0L (1993), Ranger 4WD V6-245 4.0L (1991), Ranger 4WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1999), Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L (2008), Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997), Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN V Flex Fuel (1999), Ranger 4WD V6-4.0L (2009), Ranger 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2001), Ranger Factory Service Manual (2007).

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1. 01Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC): Sections
2. 02Relays and ModulesRelays and Modules: Sections
3. 03Sensors and SwitchesSensors and Switches: Sections
4. 04MaintenanceMaintenance: Sections
5. 05Engine, Cooling and ExhaustEngine, Cooling and Exhaust: Sections
6. 06Powertrain ManagementPowertrain Management: Sections
7. 07Transmission and DrivetrainTransmission and Drivetrain: Sections
8. 08Brakes and Traction ControlBrakes and Traction Control: Sections
9. 09Starting and ChargingStarting and Charging: Sections
10. 10Power and Ground DistributionPower and Ground Distribution: Sections
11. 11Steering and SuspensionSteering and Suspension: Sections
    • Alignment › System Information14 pages

      • Technical Service Bulletins12 pages

        • Customer Interest for Alignment:6 pages

          • 892110 › Oct › 89 › Steering - Pull or Drift23
          • 851312 › Jul › 85 › Steering/Alignment - Vehicle Drift/Pull23
        • All Technical Service Bulletins for Alignment:6 pages

          • 892110 › Oct › 89 › Steering - Pull or Drift23
          • 851312 › Jul › 85 › Steering/Alignment - Vehicle Drift/Pull23
      • Specifications › Camber2
    • Steering37 pages

      • Center Link › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins2 pages

        • Customer Interest for Center Link: › 851022 › May › 85 › Steering - Vehicle Drift Condition
        • All Technical Service Bulletins for Center Link: › 851022 › May › 85 › Steering - Vehicle Drift Condition
      • Power Steering23 pages

        • Power Steering Bleeding › System Information › Service and Repair
        • Power Steering Fluid Reservoir › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins4 pages

          • Customer Interest for Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: › 85111S › Feb › 85 › Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap2
          • All Technical Service Bulletins for Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: › 85111S › Feb › 85 › Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap2
        • Power Steering Pump › Component Information18 pages

          • Technical Service Bulletins › Power Steering pump - Rotor and `C' Clip Changes2
          • Service and Repair › Disassembly2345678910111213141516
      • Steering Column › Key Reminder Switch › Component Information › Locations
      • Steering Gear › Sector Shaft › Component Information › Adjustments › Koyo Recirc Ball Worm & Nut2
      • Steering Shaft › Component Information9 pages

        • Technical Service Bulletins4 pages

          • Customer Interest for Steering Shaft: › 832112S › Dec › 83 › Steering Column - Shaft Noise2
          • All Technical Service Bulletins for Steering Shaft: › 832112S › Dec › 83 › Steering Column - Shaft Noise2
        • Service and Repair › Steering Shaft2345
    • Suspension48 pages

      • Axle Beam › Component Information › Service and Repair › Axle Pivot Bracket23456
      • Ball Joint › Component Information › Service and Repair › Ball Joint, Lower2
      • Cross-Member › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins10 pages

        • Customer Interest for Cross-Member: › 94813 › Apr › 94 › Frame/Crossmember - Snapping/Popping Noise2345
        • All Technical Service Bulletins for Cross-Member: › 94813 › Apr › 94 › Frame/Crossmember - Snapping/Popping Noise2345
      • Radius Arm › Radius Arm Bushing › Component Information › Service and Repair
      • Spindle › Component Information › Service and Repair
      • Stabilizer Bar, Sway Control › Component Information7 pages

        • Technical Service Bulletins › Stabilizer Bars - Required Installation23
        • Service and Repair › Front234
      • Suspension Spring (Coil / Leaf) › Component Information7 pages

        • Technical Service Bulletins4 pages

          • Customer Interest for Suspension Spring (Coil / Leaf):2 pages

            • 85825 › Apr › 85 › Right Front Spring Retainer - Noise/Squeak
            • 83718 › Apr › 83 › Rear Axle - Dog Tracking
          • All Technical Service Bulletins for Suspension Spring (Coil / Leaf):2 pages

            • 85825 › Apr › 85 › Right Front Spring Retainer - Noise/Squeak
            • 83718 › Apr › 83 › Rear Axle - Dog Tracking
        • Service and Repair › Rear23
      • Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber › Component Information › Service and Repair › Front Air Shock Absorber2
      • Wheel Bearing › Component Information › Specifications2
      • Wheel Hub › Component Information4 pages

        • Specifications
        • Service and Repair › Removal23
      • Wheel Hub (Locking) › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins › Automatic Hublock - Diagnosis/Service Tips23456
    • Wheels and Tires17 pages

      • Wheels › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins2 pages

        • Customer Interest for Wheels: › 831113 › Jun › 83 › Aluminum Wheels - Vibration/Shake
        • All Technical Service Bulletins for Wheels: › 831113 › Jun › 83 › Aluminum Wheels - Vibration/Shake
      • Wheel Bearing › Component Information › Specifications2
      • Wheel Cover › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins2 pages

        • Customer Interest for Wheel Cover: › 85220 › Jan › 85 › Hubcap - Applique Loosening
        • All Technical Service Bulletins for Wheel Cover: › 85220 › Jan › 85 › Hubcap - Applique Loosening
      • Wheel Hub › Component Information4 pages

        • Specifications
        • Service and Repair › Removal23
      • Wheel Hub (Locking) › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins › Automatic Hublock - Diagnosis/Service Tips23456
      • Wheel Fastener › Component Information › Service and Repair
12. 12Heating and Air ConditioningHeating and Air Conditioning: Sections
13. 13Restraint SystemsRestraint Systems: Sections
14. 14Accessories and Optional EquipmentAccessories and Optional Equipment: Sections
15. 15Body and FrameBody and Frame: Sections
16. 16Cruise ControlCruise Control: Sections
17. 17Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning IndicatorsInstrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators: Sections
18. 18Lighting and HornsLighting and Horns: Sections
19. 19Windows and GlassWindows and Glass: Sections
20. 20Wiper and Washer SystemsWiper and Washer Systems: Sections