Are Ford Rangers front or rear-wheel drive?
Are Ford Rangers front or rear-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: standard rear-wheel drive; available four-wheel drive. Transmission: 10-speed automatic.
When did the Ford Ranger switch to 4WD?
1997 would be the last year that you could get a manual 4WD transfer case in a base model Ranger. The big change in the 4WD for 1998 was a redesigned front suspension/axle setup. The Ford Ranger switched from the TTB independent front suspension, to a Short arm Long Arm (SLA) suspension (Dana 35 SLA).
What’s the difference between a 2003 Ford Ranger?
For 2003, Ford has improved and refined the Ranger with better brakes, new interior fabrics, and more extensive sound insulation. New options and special option packages are available for serious off-road slogging or boulevard cruising.
Is the Ford Ranger a live front axle?
Note: the 2001-2011 4WD Ford Ranger has a live front axle. What that means is that the front wheels are permanently connected to the front axle, and do not use a locking hub. Misconceptions: Some believe that when you activate the 4WD, power is sent to all (4) wheels. I can see where people get that idea….from the name.
When did the Ford Ranger front suspension come out?
In 1965 Ford introduced the Twin I-Beam front suspension in the Ford F-Series trucks. It was offered only on light-duty two-wheel-drive F-Series pickup trucks, giving them a softer ride and better handling characteristics.
Is the Ford Ranger FX4 an off road truck?
The Ford Ranger FX4. This was Ford’s answer to the serious off-roader. Ford new that these trucks were seeing a lot of off-road use, and took in interest in how guys were modifying their trucks. Now, Ford was not about to offer lift kits on their new 2002 Ford Ranger FX4, but it did come with these notable features:
What makes a 2005 Ford Ranger FX4 Level 2?
2005 Ford Ranger FX4 Off-Road and FX4 Level II: 2005 Ford Ranger FX4 Off-Road 2005 Ford Ranger FX4 Level II Step bars – black Tow hooks (4×4 only) – 2 black steel in Tow hooks (4×4) – 2 silver-tone steel in Grille – black honeycomb-mesh insert wit Grille – black honeycomb-mesh insert wit
Is the Torsen optional on the Ford Ranger FX4?
Only the 2002 FX4, and 2003-2007 FX4 Level II’s. In 2008-2009, the Torsen was optional. Only the 2002 Ford FX4, and 2003 Ford Ranger FX4 Level II had the optional manual transfer case. The FX4 Level II was not sold (or offered) as a flareside (stepside). Only the 2003-2004 FX4 Off-Road models had a flareside option.
For 2003, Ford has improved and refined the Ranger with better brakes, new interior fabrics, and more extensive sound insulation. New options and special option packages are available for serious off-road slogging or boulevard cruising.