Power Train Related Problems of the 1996 Ford Ranger

Table 1 shows 13 common power train related problems of the 1996 Ford Ranger. The number one most common problem is related to the manual transmission (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1996 Ford Ranger

The Manual Transmission problem

The gear shift cable was melted because of its proximity to the exhaust system, according to the repair shop. I have the part which clearly shows heat caused the failure. I called Ford customer service and my dealer service department.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

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The Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem

1. No events leading to failure. 2. While trying to back out of a parking space the vehicle went forward. No damage was done to vehicle or property. The automatic transmission shift cable failed. It was worn thru do to contact with the exhaust pipe. 3.   Read details...


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