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How reliable is the 2002 Ford Ranger?

How reliable is the 2002 Ford Ranger?

Consumer Reports certainly disagreed, giving a strong dissenting vote by scoring the 2002 Ford Ranger with a three out of five for reliability and only a one out of five for owner satisfaction.

Is the Ford Ranger Edge a 4×4 or 2WD?

The 2001-2005 Ford Ranger 2WD Edge has a torsion bar A-arm front suspension. Remember, the 2WD edge has the same ride height as a 4×4 Ranger which is higher than a normal 2WD Ranger. The 2WD Edge uses a similar torsion bar a-arm front suspension as the 1998-2009 Ford Ranger 4×4’s.

What does a 2002 Ford Ranger look like?

The sporty Edge option group conveys the assertive look of a four-wheel-drive Ranger, but with a lower price; this option remains available. Aimed at young buyers, Edge pickups have a monochromatic exterior, a raised power dome hood, bed-rail covers and a mesh grille. Even in two-wheel-drive versions, the Edge has the ride height of a 4×4.

What kind of automatic transmission does a Ford Ranger have?

A4LD – The C3 was modified into the A4LD 4-speed automatic by adding an overdrive gear, which the C3 lacked. This was the first Ford automatic to use an EEC-controlled torque converter lock-up clutch. Electronic shift control for the 3–4 shift was later added, another first, though other gears remained hydraulic.

When did the Ford Edge get its name?

The Edge appeared in 2001 and offered a 2WD Ranger that had the ride height of a 4×4 Ranger. In 2006, Ford switched from using the Edge name to using ‘Sport’. In 2007, ‘Edge’ became a vehicle all in itself as a Ford midsize crossover SUV. Mid-model-life face lifts are routine in the car business.

The 2001-2005 Ford Ranger 2WD Edge has a torsion bar A-arm front suspension. Remember, the 2WD edge has the same ride height as a 4×4 Ranger which is higher than a normal 2WD Ranger. The 2WD Edge uses a similar torsion bar a-arm front suspension as the 1998-2009 Ford Ranger 4×4’s.

Are there transmission issues on a 2002 Ford Ranger?

One 2002 Ford Ranger owner in North Carolina developed major transmission issues at 120,000 miles and recommended skipping the fix by just having the transmission completely rebuilt. Another owner in Kentucky experienced shifting issues to the point that it impedes their progress in either drive or reverse.

A4LD – The C3 was modified into the A4LD 4-speed automatic by adding an overdrive gear, which the C3 lacked. This was the first Ford automatic to use an EEC-controlled torque converter lock-up clutch. Electronic shift control for the 3–4 shift was later added, another first, though other gears remained hydraulic.

What kind of suspension does a Ford Ranger Edge have?

A – The 1998-2009 Ford Ranger 2WD uses a coil spring A-arm front suspension. The 2001-2005 Ford Ranger 2WD Edge has a torsion bar A-arm front suspension. Remember, the 2WD edge has the same ride height as a 4×4 Ranger which is higher than a normal 2WD Ranger.

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Ruth Doyle