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We have info for following modifications of 1998 Ford Ranger
- 1998 Ford Ranger 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
- 1998 Ford Ranger 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
- 1998 Ford Ranger L ELECTRIC, Engine VIN:, Desg:7
- 1998 Ford Ranger 2.5 L4 GAS, CID:153, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:153, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
- 1998 Ford Ranger Super 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
- 1998 Ford Ranger Super 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
- 1998 Ford Ranger Super 2.5 L4 GAS, CID:153, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:153, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Noise -> Brake Pedal Eases Down Slowly -> Brake Pedal Goes Down Fast -> Brakes Drag -> Brakes Lock Up During Light Brake Pedal Force -> Brakes Pull Or Drift -> Excessive Brake Pedal Effort -> Excessive Or Erratic Brake Pedal Travel -> Red Brake Warning Indicator Always On
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Ranger Super 2.5 L4 GAS
Brakes Pull Or Drift
- Tire air pressure.
- Wheel alignment.
- Brake pads, shoes or linings.
- Brake or suspension components.
Red Brake Warning Indicator Always On
- Instrument cluster.
- Warning indicator circuit.
- Parking brake.
- Brake fluid level.
Brake Pedal Goes Down Fast
- Brake fluid level.
- Air in system.
- Brake master cylinder malfunction.
- Normal RABS or ABS function.
Brake Pedal Eases Down Slowly
- Air in system.
- Brake master cylinder malfunction.
- Normal RABS or ABS function.
Brakes Lock Up During Light Brake Pedal Force
- Disc or drum brake component.
- Parking brake com...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Diagnosis & Testing
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Ranger Super 3.0 V6 GAS
Refer to Figs. and f...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 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: 1998 Ford Ranger 4.0 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 1998 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> Description -> Component Locations -> Operation -> System Self-Test
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Ranger Super 3.0 V6 GAS
Operation
The rear anti-lock brake system monitors rear wheel speed through a rear axle mounted sensor. If a lockup condition begins to develop, the ABS control module will control hydraulic pressure to the rear brakes, inhibiting wheel lockup.
Component Locations
Refer to Figs. through for RABS component locations.
System Self-Test
The ABS control module performs system tests during vehicle start-up and normal operation. The ABS valve assembly, sensor and fluid level circuits are monit...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-150, F-150, F-250LD, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Ranger 4.0 V6 GAS
When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations, precautions should be taken to minimize exposure. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent excessive asbestos exposure.
- Wear a suitable respirator approved fo...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Description
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Ranger Super 3.0 V6 GAS
The single and tandem vacuum boosters, Figs. and , are self contained vacuum hydraulic power braking units. These are vacuum suspended units that use vacuum and atmospheric pressure for their power.
On models equipped with gasoline engines, vacuum is supplied through a fitting in the intake manifold. On models equipped with diesel engines, vacuum is supplied through a vacuum pump.
The three basic elements of the booster are the vacuum power chamber, mechanically actua...
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