Ranger 4WD V6-177 2.9L (1988)
Tighten Oil Pan Bolts
3. With oil pump and pickup tube assembly positioned in oil pan, install oil pump. Next, install crankcase baffle and then install oil pan. Be sure
gasket forms an airtight seal. Tighten pan bolts to specifications in sequence shown.
4. Position jack under engine and raise engine to remove wooden blocks.
5. Lower engine and remove jack.
6. Install starter motor.
7. Connect muffler inlet pipe(s) if removed during oil pan removal.
8. Connect front stabilizer bar, if so equipped, and tighten attaching bolts to specification.
9. Reposition transmission oil cooler lines.
10. Connect cooler bracket (if so equipped).
11. Install new engine oil filter element.
12. Unplug transmission oil pan and install oil filler tube (automatic transmission only).
13. Lower vehicle.
14. Install nuts attaching engine front insulators to crossmember and tighten to specification.
15. Install distributor assembly and cap.
16. Position fan shroud in place and install and tighten attaching screws to specification.
17. Fill engine crankcase with specified amount of oil and transmission with specified amount of fluid.
18. Connect battery negative cable.
19. START engine, allow to run until NORMAL operating temperature and check for oil or fluid leaks.
20. Verify ignition timing is set to specification.
21. Turn engine OFF.
22. Install air intake tube.
23. Remove fender covers and close hood.
