Torco mtf manual transmission fluid is a special light viscosity, low friction oil with superior load carrying and wear protection properties. We have 83 2000 ford ranger vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 7 1owner cars, and 71 personal use cars. Ford ranger transmission problems and repair descriptions. This transmission is the subject of a massive number of lawsuits alleging ford lied in order to sell cars ford knew had defective transmissions.
Ranger is fords attempt in a crowded compact pickup truck, whose production spans for several decades and four generations. If the engine of a ford truck is thought of as the vehicles heart, then the fluids used in the vehicle could easily be likened to the lifeblood of the machine. You may notice a pool of fluid beneath your truck or that the fluid level is running low. How to change manual transmission fluid 19882011 ford ranger m5odr1.
Manual transmission 2wd fits 9801 ford ranger 24436 fits. Im starting to add more content to my channel and boosting it up a little. The owners manual of every ford truck includes the specifications for the various fluids the truck requires, and the 2005 ford f150 pickup is no exception. How to change manual transmission fluid 19882011 ford ranger m5odr1 transmission easy step by step instructions for changing the fluid in your m5od manual transmission, and lots of useful tech tips as well. Page 210 capacities and specifications fluid ford part name transmission motorcraft fluid mercon atf motorcraft mercon v engine premium engine coolant coolant fuel tank transfer motorcraft case. The engine in your 2000 ford ranger should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is. We have 83 2000 ford ranger vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 7 1owner cars, and 71. Here is a guide to manual transmissions in ford fseries trucks truck years type description f100 19561973 borg warner t18 top loaded heavyduty 4speed transmission with cast iron case and shift cover. Manual tranny calls for atf and though i know many of you will recommend things like redline mtl i know how good the stuff is, used it in other vehicles i am. The servicemaintenance booklet for my 5 speed manual 98 ranger says change the manual transmission oil at 55,000 miles but the vehicle is now at 97,000 miles and its never been done yet. Do you really need to change the transmission fluid. Here is a guide to manual transmissions in ford fseries trucks truck years type description f100 19561973 borg warner t18 top loaded heavyduty 4speed transmission with cast iron case and. Sep 15, 2011 how do you add transmission fluid to a manual transmission on a 2000 ford ranger truck.
Transmission gear oil change, ford ranger 5 speed first. Royal purple synchromax synthetic high performance manual transmission fluid. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. Complete auto transmissions for ford ranger for sale ebay. Manual transmission wont go into gear the ranger station. Used ford f150 with manual transmission for sale nationwide. Ford ranger questions where do i check my clutch fluid. Ford ranger automatic transmission 2000, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. Our 2000 ford ranger transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. Easy step by step instructions for changing the fluid in your m5od manual transmission, and lots of useful tech tips as well. On a 2000 ford ranger according to the owner guide the 5 speed manual transmission takes 2.
May 03, 2017 manual transmissions require more conventional gear oil rather than automatic transmission fluid and tend to be on a different maintenance schedule, so its best to consult the service intervals. The 2000 ford ranger has 1 problems reported for leaking transmission fluid. Manual tranny calls for atf and though i know many of you will recommend things like redline mtl i know how good the stuff is, used it in other vehicles i am still under warranty and would like to use a mercon rated atf as the manual calls for, preferably synt. The fluid was pink, so i thought it would be a good thing to change it. If you drive a vehicle with a stick shift, you might wonder if automatic transmission fluid will work in your manual transmission. On the side of the transmission there is a fill plug that is used for adding fluid. The truck is a 2000 ford ranger with a manual trans and the 3. If the clutch system runs out of fluid or the system runs low on fluid, the system will not work properly. Can o add transmission fluid instead pf cluth or brake fluid to mu 2003 ford range 5speed. You will not be able to change gears or disengage the. Because of my schedule i couldnt get to the lot for a week but he said he would contact me if the truck will be sold. The owners manual of every ford truck includes the. When driving and i push the gas the truck kind of jerks.
How do you check the manual transmission fluid in a 2000. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your ranger and how to check the transmission fluid level. Automatic transmission problems of the 2000 ford ranger. The 2000 ford ranger has 4 problems reported for delayed shifting.
This goes through the process of showing you haw to change the fluid on a 2006 ford ranger. Need to know the type of fluid your ford ranger needs. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Used cars new cars financing car values sell my car. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 47 2000 ranger models nationwide.
Transmission fluid level check ford ranger 19982005. Throughout these years, it held a considerable market share. Best atf for ford ranger manual tranny bob is the oil guy. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality. Transmission fluid level check ford ranger 19982005 2000. Page 264 checking and adding manual transmission fluid if equipped 1. Where do you add transmission fluid to a manual transmission.
How to diagnose the hydraulic clutch on a ford ranger it. Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2000 ford ranger xl 3. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. On a manual transmission, underneath the vehicle, on the transmission will be a fill plug. On top of low prices, advance auto parts offers 2 different trusted brands of automatic transmission fluid products for the 2000 ford ranger. Manual transmissions require more conventional gear oil rather than automatic transmission fluid and tend to be on a different maintenance schedule, so its best to consult the. Roush announced that it had its stage 1 power pac ready for the 2019 and 2020 ford ranger to give the truck a bit more power.
Thank you, im having a weird problem with my truck and a coworker said my transmission. Access a large inventory of quality used 2000 ford ranger transmissions online. Discussion in 1998 2011 ford ranger started by sgull, jun 30, 2012. Oct 14, 2008 i have a 2000 ford focus, my question is where is the drain plug for the transmission fluid on a 5 speed manual answered by a verified ford mechanic. The hydraulic clutch on a ford ranger uses brake fluid to pressurize the clutch system and makes it easier to disengage the clutch from the transmission. Royal purple synchromax 1 rangerforums the ultimate. I believe it calls for auto trans fluid but i have heard it is better to put a dedicated manual trans fluid in there. See realworld ford ranger transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other ford ranger owners. Also there are 2 difference filter, a short and long pickup, make sure you. How to change manual transmission fluid 19882011 ford ranger. Manual transmission fluid thank you, im having a weird problem with my truck and a coworker said my transmission may be going bad.
Doing a transmission fluid change on my truck, fluid used was standard mecron atf. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Now, it grinds when i try to get it into third gear. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 ford ranger based on all problems reported for the 2000 ranger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. I have a 2000 ford focus, my question is where is the drain plug for the transmission fluid on a 5 speed manual answered by a verified ford mechanic. Also, see repair breakdown by problem area and cost. Replacing the transmission fluid can ensure your ford f150s transmission lives for a long time, with slick shifts and less grinding. You might wonder if you can use dextroniii ford mercon multipurpose automatic transmission atf instead of motor oil. He contacted me by phone and was very friendly and helpful. What type of transmission fluid for 2000 ford ranger answers. The issue is in the beginning when the truck had less than 30k miles the ford.
How do you add transmission fluid to a manual transmission on a 2000 ford ranger truck. Sep 10, 2012 a first look and drive with my new toy. Used ford f150 with manual transmission for sale cargurus. With the vehicle level the fill plug is cleaned and removed to check the fluid. It has the manual 5 speed from factory and the whole truck is original. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2000 ford ranger xl 3. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of ford ranger based on all problems reported for the ranger. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Ford fusion hev, ford fusion energi phev, ford cmax hev, ford cmax energi phev, lincoln mkz hybrid. Need to know what type of fluid your ford ranger needs.