Table 1 shows ten common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1997 Ford Ranger. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine (two problems).
Idle speed rises to 3,000 rpm in between shifts and while coasting with clutch pedal depressed. Does not drop to normal idle speed until vehicle comes to a complete stop. This causes braking to be less effective. Read details...
97 Ford Ranger 4wd ~79k miles, my wife was driving home freom work on back road doing 30 mph. She thought she ran over something and the truck immediately died. No engine, power steering or anything. What happened was the crak shaft broke off at the engine block. Read details...
Ltr fm edward kurrell (PA) re faulty parts & poor craftsmanship of Ford vehicles, the motor in his 1997 Ford Ranger blew up due to a faulty thermostat. The consumer stated he needed new tires and the 4-wheel drive did not work. Read details...