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112k '98 Ranger xlt extended cab 2x4
wap, 06/29/2002
1998 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
After purchase dealer service fair to poor. 112,700 miles. 4 cyl., 5 spd. LOF every 3k to 3.5k. Brakes at 55k and 102k. Timing belt at 88k. major tune up at 95k. Turnsignal switch at 112k. 23 to 25 mpg. Always minor elect'l malfunctions since day 1. Esp. interior & instrument lights.
I won't get another
Jo, 03/24/2002
1998 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought the truck used from a local dealer, it only had 24,000 miles on it when we purchased it. Since about a week after we bought it we have had problems with the idle, it idles very high when you put in the clutch. I can't even remember how many times it was in the shop, and it still is not fixed. We are currently having problems with the electrical (dome lights staying on), and the newest problem with it is the brake lights don't work. I'm looking to get rid of it, and I won't be buying another.
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My Better Deal
cloudbumper, 02/07/2017
updated 08/18/2021
1998 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
. In February of 2018 the frame collapsed due to rust after 150K miles. Sold the truck as is. Did not like the 2019 Ford Ranger. Too Big. Instead bought a 2016 GMC Canyon.
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I like my truck
fziksman, 06/06/2002
1998 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun truck to drive. Good support in seats. 24 mpg on highway and in town. I feel safe at 80 mph. I keep the tires inflated ;-)
Same as every one elses reviw
Arnela, 08/15/2003
1998 Ford Ranger XLT 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Dome Light Stays On Door ajar Light stays on Check Engine light came on three times in four years ($270 to fix sensor EACH time) Latch on armrest compartment broke at 2 years and 15,000 miles non replacable part, armrest is $$$