2003 Ford Ranger Consumer Discussions

Ford Ranger Starting Problems

2003 ford ranger won't start

Written by: arnieboy1 on Jun 25, 2008 09:45 PM

i drove my truck to store, tried to start 3min later cranked like it wanted to start but didn't check for spark good checked fuel at in injectors good ?????? Read More...

can't turn key in igntion

Written by: ronz1 on Jun 24, 2008 08:09 AM

I have a 2003 Ranger XLT 2wd - new problem: sometimes I can't turn the key in the ignition - it's stuck until you jiggle the steering wheel. I don't want to wait until it gets permanently stuck off and needs to be drilled--- So, is there any alternative to taking it to a Ford Dealer to get the lock cylinder replaced ? I also don''t want to end up with 2 different keys - one ... Read More...

Ford Ranger Maintenance and Repair

can't turn key in ignition

Written by: ronz1 on Jun 24, 2008 07:59 AM

I have a 2003 Ranger XLT 2wd - new problem: sometimes I can't turn the key in the ignition - it's stuck until you jiggle the steering wheel. I don't want to wait until it gets permanently stuck off and needs to be drilled--- So, is there any alternative to taking it to a Ford Dealer to get the lock cylinder replaced ? I also don''t want to end up with 2 different keys - one ... Read More...

Ford Ranger Starting Problems

Re: Something drawing battery down [bolivar]

Written by: peloquinac on Jun 14, 2008 06:26 AM

Thanks, great info. The alarm is a ford vehicle alarm but installed by the dealer. I had pulled all the fuses and looked for arching across the positive terminal on the battery. That didn't reveal anything so I've pulled the fuses on the alarm and left it hooked to the battery to see if I get the same drain. Thanks again for the help. P.S. Any idea where to find a wiring ... Read More...

Ford Ranger Engine questions

2 problems

Written by: paul1899 on May 11, 2008 03:30 PM

I have a 2003 ranger 4 cly 5 speed about 65,000. 1. about once a month after driving i go to start it and it will kinda start. Engine shakes like crazy and can not keep it running. First time it did it a friend of mine who has a Mech shop put it on computer showed everything ok. Ran great again for a little over a month. Then did it again missed work had it towed to ford dealership ... Read More...

Ford Ranger Transmission Questions

2003 Ranger xlt 4 cyl: 5 speed tranny removal

Written by: 2053 on Apr 30, 2008 04:19 AM

I am in the process of replacing the clutch on my 2003 Ford Ranger. It is a 2 wheel drive (4 cylinder with a 5 speed transmission). I have removed 8 bolts (13mm hex head bolts x 2 1/2" long) from around the transmission housing bottom and sides and can feel one more in a very akward position high on the right side (passenger side) of the housing (positioned near the front ... Read More...

Ford Ranger Starting Problems

Starting Problems

Written by: harryp44 on Feb 24, 2008 08:33 AM

I have a 2003 Ford Ranger XLT with 45,000. In the last week my mechanic has installed 2 fuel pumps and a new battery. He thought the first pump he installed was bad since it died at 65 mph on a busy interstate so he installed another one along with a new battery. After having it one day, it left me stranded again after only driving 10 miles.It wont turn over. Any ideas? Read More...

Ford Ranger Tires and Wheels

Re: 2003 Ford Ranger - With all the tires on the market, which do I choose? [stormy12]

Written by: obyone on Feb 15, 2008 08:57 PM

I just replaced the stock BF Goodrich tires on my truck with Kumhos. I was a bit hesitant to purchase Korean tires as visions of Hyundais crossed my mind. However after reading the ratings and reviews of these tires on tirerack I went ahead and ordered a set. Have 4k miles on them with reduced road noise, better ride and handling. Course the BF Goodrich weren't worn ... Read More...

2003 Ford Ranger - With all the tires on the market, which do I choose?

Written by: stormy12 on Feb 07, 2008 10:27 AM

Reg Cab 2WD Currently have 55k miles and will be keeping the truck till at least 100k when warranty runs out... so I'd like a 50k-60k tire. Most of my driving is on road, but I take this truck camping a lot and find myself on gravel and dirt roads. I want a road tire, with a little toughness to it, but I dont want to hate driving it to work everyday (cant really justify a light ... Read More...

Ford Ranger gas mileage

Ranger gas mileage

Written by: gregg_vw on Sep 09, 2007 11:03 AM

Can anyone explain to me whythe official EPA mpg on the Ford Ranger 3.0 and 4.0 liter engines has varied so much in the past seven years? I am interested in purchasing a used Ranger in this range of years. I would prefer a 4WD 4.0 liter with manual transmission. Since 2001, this engine has been OHC and 207 hp. When I look at the pre-2008 EPA window sticker figures, the ... Read More...