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2004 Ford Ranger Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

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08/01/17 NHTSA ID: 10109070
TSB ID: SSM 46085

The powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (etbs). the etc_act and etc_dsd pids should not used to diagnose possible etb concerns. the ids has a limited refresh rate
08/03/06 NHTSA ID: 10020173
TSB ID: 06116

Possible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt - service tip.
01/25/06 NHTSA ID: 10018950
TSB ID: 05263

Mil on with various misfire related dtc's p0300-p0306 and p0316 - 3.0l-2v vulcan engine.
05/05/05 NHTSA ID: 10014616
TSB ID: 18346

Hard start or flooding when engine is cold. *eh
04/14/05 NHTSA ID: 10013315
TSB ID: 18375

High idle at cold start.
04/14/05 NHTSA ID: 10013308
TSB ID: 18364

Hard start or flooding when engine is cold.
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04/05/05 NHTSA ID: 10012949
TSB ID: 0533

Hard start or flooding during cold start on 2.3l engine.
01/07/05 NHTSA ID: 10011169
TSB ID: 041610

Grabbing condition from rear drum brakes. *ar
12/07/04 NHTSA ID: 10010719
TSB ID: 041910

Oil leak from oil filter adapter - 4.0l sohc engine built before 4/1/2004.
08/04/04 NHTSA ID: 10008552
TSB ID: 17777

Rear leaf spring noise.
08/04/04 NHTSA ID: 10008547
TSB ID: 0486

Boom/vibration at 1800-2200 rpm, rough idle.
08/04/04 NHTSA ID: 10008550
TSB ID: 17771

Engine surge at a steady throttle during the first 5 minutes after a cold start.
07/26/04 NHTSA ID: 10008284
TSB ID: 03L17

Demonstration/delivery hold - special field action 03l17. revised smog emissions information.
06/16/04 NHTSA ID: 10007358
TSB ID: 0415

Lower engine oil leaks 3.0l 2v vulcan engine. diagnostic service tips.
06/10/04 NHTSA ID: 10007328
TSB ID: 17484

Higher than expected idle on cold start.
01/14/04 NHTSA ID: 10004908
TSB ID: 17254

Clicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning. 2004 e series and explorer sport trac also included.
11/18/03 NHTSA ID: 10004090
TSB ID: 17235

Stall or rough idle condition on 4.0l sohc built before 9/22/2003.
11/18/03 NHTSA ID: 10004089
TSB ID: 17234

Engine oil leaks from the filter area on vehicles with a 3.0l 2-valve engine.
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11/18/03 NHTSA ID: 10004083
TSB ID: 17227

Accessory drive belt noise on 3.0l vehicles built prior to 9/18/2003.
11/17/03 NHTSA ID: 10004049
TSB ID: 17132

Anti-lock braking system (abs) diagnostic trouble code (dtc) c1233 and c1234 reversed in abs module.
05/17/06 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10019947
TSB ID: 0645

Neutral tow capability - service kit requirements.
12/07/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10017936
TSB ID: 05101

Limited slip axle chatter, shudder, binding sensation, or vibration during low speed turning maneuvers - vehicles built before 4/1/2005.
12/07/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10017899
TSB ID: 05611

No 3rd gear, dtc p0733 (3rd gear incorrect ratio) and flashing tcil - vehicles built prior to 9/23/2004.
12/06/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10017891
TSB ID: 030508

Front axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4x4 or awd.
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05/05/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10014693
TSB ID: 05510

High idle between shifts or in neutral - 4.0l engine with manual transmission.
04/28/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10014086
TSB ID: 042107

General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
04/18/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10013414
TSB ID: 04237

Driveshaft thump clunk on light acceleration from stop or when braking and coming to a stop. *eh
04/15/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10013369
TSB ID: 04217

General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures.
04/14/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10013306
TSB ID: 04B22

Improperly formulated transmission fluid that, over time, may cause delayed/harsh reverse engagements. customer satisfaction program 04b22. 5r55s/e & 5r44e transmission fluid additive. supplement #1. supplement #2. supp
07/26/04 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10008280
TSB ID: 03048

Thump/clunk on light acceleration from stop or when braking and coming to a stop on certain 4x4 super cab equipped with automatic transmission and steel driveshaft.
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06/11/15 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10057596
TSB ID: 14B04

Ford: 2005-2006 ford gt, 2005-2008 mustang, and 2004-2005 ranger vehicles operated in florida, hawaii, puerto rico, or the u.s virgin islands are in need of an airbag inflator replacement. 06/11/15 *ta.
12/06/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10017889
TSB ID: 05619

Brake lamp concerns.
12/06/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10017894
TSB ID: 05616

Squeak or rattle from the passenger air bag.
05/05/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10014691
TSB ID: 0558

Surging sensation during cruise at steady speeds of 35-50 mph (56-80 km/h) - 4.0l engine.
05/05/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10014692
TSB ID: 0559

Spark knock during acceleration - 4.0l engine.
05/05/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10014618
TSB ID: 18347

Abs dtc c1233 and c1234 reversed in abs module. *eh
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04/08/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10013116
TSB ID: 04174

Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series.
08/04/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10008554
TSB ID: 17779

Starter noise.
04/28/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10006305
TSB ID: 0311

Recommended 12v switched accessory sources. this is a fisher service bulletin. *mr
01/20/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10004916
TSB ID: 17265

Various powertrain control module (pcm) and/or instrument cluster electrical concerns.
11/14/03 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10004027
TSB ID: 03181

Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips.
01/25/06 Other NHTSA ID: 10018934
TSB ID: 05252

Neutral tow capability -- service kit requirements.
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01/25/06 Other NHTSA ID: 10018938
TSB ID: 052624

Vibration diagnosis - tire/wheel runout.
04/28/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10014138
TSB ID: 042421

Safety belt retraction speed.
04/28/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10014165
TSB ID: 04251

Aluminum corrosion - service tip.
04/18/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10013385
TSB ID: 042122

Windshield wipers do no park when switched off - vehicles built prior to 3/31/2004.
04/15/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10013370
TSB ID: 04218

Back glass push out.
04/05/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10012954
TSB ID: 05310

Safety belt web stop button service. *eh
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07/27/04 Other NHTSA ID: 10008295
TSB ID: 17429

Uneven tire wear on 4x4s equipped with goodyear p245/75r15 tires.
07/22/04 Other NHTSA ID: 10008154
TSB ID: 03235

Bed extender component replacement service tip.
06/10/04 Other NHTSA ID: 10007331
TSB ID: 17490

Excessive front tire heal and toe wear at low mileage. on goodyear p245/75r16 tires.
12/16/03 Other NHTSA ID: 10004491
TSB ID: 03L14

Special field action 03l14 for certain vehicles equipped with 2.3l engines - vehicle emissions control information (veci) label replacement. veci labels include an incorrect vacuum schematic.

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Ford Ranger TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)

Some things are often misunderstood about recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Plus a disclaimer.

  1. Recalls do not have to be issued only because something is prone to failure. NHTSA (a government agency) can only require a recall if a failure will affect safety, emissions, fuel economy, or compliance with some other regulation or law. Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though.
  2. Recalls often apply to only some cars of a specific model year, rather than all of them. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which (if any) recalls pertain to your car.
  3. The primary purpose of TSBs is to inform dealers about known problems with a car and how to fix them. They are not the same as recalls. As with recalls, TSBs often only apply to some cars, not the entire model year.
  4. Dealers often will not provide a preventive repair just because a problem described in a TSB might happen to your car. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car.
  5. Even if there are symptoms, a manufacturer doesn't have to pick up the cost of a TSB repair if the car is out of warranty, though sometimes they do.

We provide the text of recalls and TSBs as provided by NHTSA. There can be errors in the text. If you sign up for notifications in My Garage, we will try to get these to do, but for various reasons (some beyond our control) cannot guarantee you will receive them. When in doubt about a recall or TSB, contact the dealer.