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2005 Ford Ranger repairs by problem area

Engine (32%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (8%)

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2005 Ford Ranger suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (75%)

< $100 (25%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Ford Ranger 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

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

79980 mi

C $100
driver side wheel bearing 
106600 mi

US $150
Replaced sway bar links -- one had broken. Suspension shop replaced worn ball joint 

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2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Regular Cab 7ft bed

207-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

86880 mi

C $100
sway bar link rods sheared, new rods installed 

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2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

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

50000 mi

US $150
wheel bearing replaced  

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2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

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

5300 mi

US $50
Noise coming from steering column. Not repaired. Ford dealer said I needed to drive the truck more. I have less than 6,000 miles on a year 2005 truck. Noise coming from interface between upper and lower intermediate steering columns. Does not appear 

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2005 Ford Ranger 2dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

148-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

180400 mi

US $150
Leaf spring 
95300 mi

US $200
replaced 2 front rotors, pads, wheel bearings & seals. Son was driving vehicle and drove it too long with worn pads to avoid replacing a rotor, turned other rotor to keep for a spare. 

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2005 Ford Ranger Suspension Problems

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