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2004 Ford Ranger repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (44%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (9%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2004 Ford Ranger engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

102000 mi

US $540
Coolant leak from wiring loom attach bolt in head. 

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2004 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

143-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic RWD

112000 mi

US $50
New muffler and pipes back from cat. New plugs, wires, belt, and fuel filter. 

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2004 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

48000 mi

US $577
Wouldn't start. The fuel safety valve was intermittently defective.  
60000 mi

US $240
Replaced Thermostat housing. 
72000 mi

US $141
Harmonic Balancer separated and needed to be replaced 

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2004 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

154-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

64000 mi CEL came on with P0456 code - very small evap leak. CEL went of on its own with no repair after about a week?! 
67000 mi

US $1550
Large oil leak. Replaced front and rear crankshaft seals and oil pan seal. 

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2004 Ford Ranger Engine Problems

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