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2000 Ford Ranger repairs by problem area

Engine (53%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 17 repairs.
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2000 Ford Ranger engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $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.

2000 Ford Ranger

Engine not specified

141000 mi

US $5300
After only 141000 miles head cracked and burnt up #1 and # 3 cylinders, had to replace engine. 

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2000 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

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

111000 mi Leaking seals, valve and main 

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2000 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

150-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

147000 mi melted valves 

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2000 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

150-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

199000 mi

US $900
Replaced fuel pump 
161100 mi

US $140
Spark plug wires replaced, sparkplugs replaced, #4 cylinder fuel injector replaced 

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2000 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

150-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD

176700 mi

C $25
Welded new hanger bracket and install 

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2000 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

119-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual RWD

81200 mi

US $140
Check engine light came on, code indicated a slow O2 sensor in position #1. Mechanic replaced. Note the threads of the old O2 sensor balled up upon removal. Mechanic had to run a tap to clear the threads. 
84000 mi The timing belt would make a squealing noise. The reason is that the bad pulley allowed the belt to travel enough so that it started rubbing against the timing belt casing. 
90000 mi

US $300
Pedal assembly became rusted and difficult to depress. This was due to an earlier water leak that itself was due to a broken windshield seal. 

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2000 Ford Ranger Engine Problems

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