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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Ford Ranger
- 1997 Ford Ranger 2.3 L4 GAS, CID:140, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:140, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
- 1997 Ford Ranger 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
- 1997 Ford Ranger 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
- 1997 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS, CID:140, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:140, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
- 1997 Ford Ranger Super 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
- 1997 Ford Ranger Super 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Aerostar, Escape, E-Series, Excursion, F-250HD, F-350, F-Super Duty, Ranger & Villager -> Bendix Hydro-Max -> Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250LD, Mountaineer, Navigator & Windstar -> Manual Bleed -> Pressure Bleed
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Ranger Super 4.0 V6 GAS
Aerostar, Escape, E-Series, Excursion, F-250HD, F-350, F-Super Duty, Ranger & Villager
Bleed primary and secondary hydraulic brake systems separately, bleeding the longest line first on each system. Do not allow reservoir to run dry during bleeding operation. Never use fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system. Ensure proper bleed sequence is followed.
On 1997-98 Villager models, the bleed sequence is lefthand front, righthand front, lefthand rear, righthand rear.
On Aerostar, E-Series, Escape, Excursion, F-250HD, F-350, F-Super Duty, Ranger and 1999-2001 Vill...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rotor Replacement -> Aerostar -> Dana -> E-Series -> Escape -> Expedition, Navigator, F-150 & F-250LD -> Explorer, Mountaineer & Ranger -> F-Super Duty Series -> Ford -> Front -> Installation -> Rear -> Removal -> Windstar & Villager
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Ranger 4.0 V6 GAS
Aerostar
Removal
- Remove sufficient brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
- Remove disc brake caliper as outlined in "Caliper Service".
- On models equipped with 2WD, remove hub grease cap, cotter pin, nut retainer, hub spindle nut and front outer wheel bearing washer, then remove outer wheel bearing.
- On all models, remove front disc brake hub and rotor.
- On models equipped with 4WD, remove hub as outlined under "Halfshaft, Replace," in "All Wheel Drive System."
Installation
- On models equipped with 2WD, install front disc brake ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> E-Series, Excursion, Expedition, Explorer, F-150/250LD, F-Super Duty Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger (4WABS) -> System Service -> 1997 -> 1997 Ranger -> 1998-2001 -> 1998-2001 Ranger -> ABS Control Module -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> E-Series -> E-Series, Excursion, Expedition, F-150, F-250HD, F-Super Duty Series & Navigator -> Except 1997 Ranger -> Expedition, F-150, F-250LD & Navigator -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> F-Super Duty Series & Excursion -> Front -> G-Switch -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Ranger -> Rear -> Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS
Brake System Bleed
Except 1997 Ranger
Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" for bleeding procedure.
1997 Ranger
Perform this procedure only if the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) has been replaced.
- Perform conventional brake system bleed procedure.
- Connect bleeder box tool No. T90T-50-ALA and brake jumper cable tool No. T93T-50-ALA, or equivalents.
- Press down on brake pedal and depress "VALVES" button on bleeder box. Pedal will fall.
- Release "VALVES" button, then release the brake pedal.
- Repeat preceding two steps.
- Depress "MOTOR START" button and let pump motor run for one minute.
- Perform conventional b...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> Precautions -> Brake Fluid Handling
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS
Brake Fluid Handling
Brake fluid can cause serious injury and vehicle damage if not handled properly. Avoid ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1997 E-Series -> 1997 F-150 -> 1997 F-250HD -> 1997 F-250LD -> 1997 F-350 -> 1997 Ranger -> 1998 E-Series -> 1998 F-150 -> 1998 F-250LD -> 1998 Ranger -> 1999 E-Series -> 1999 F-150 -> 1999 F-250 -> 1999 Ranger -> 2000 F-150 -> 2000 Ranger -> 2001 F-150 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Aerostar -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Drive Tests -> Except F-Super Duty Series -> F-Super Duty -> F-Super Duty Series -> Intermittent Diagnosis -> Quick Check -> System Pre-Check -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Ranger Super 3.0 V6 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Except F-Super Duty Series
- Ensure ignition switch is in Run position with engine off.
- Locate black RABS II diagnostic connector.
- Disconnect two halves of connector (one side has an orange/black wire attached to it).
- Attach a jumper wire to the orange/black wire side of the connector. Momentarily ground the opposite end of jumper for 1-2 seconds.
- The "REAR ABS" lamp should start flashing a DTC.
F-Super Duty Series
- Connect New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester to Data Link Connector (DLC) located beneath instrument panel.
- Select vehicle to be tested from NG...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Master Cylinder Pushrod
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS
Master Cylinder Pushrod
Refer to "Adjustments" ...
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