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2004 Ford Ranger
73 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)
TSB List for the 2004 Ford Ranger
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2004 Ranger are official communications between Ford & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
STEERING
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TSB #17254
CLICKING/POPPING NOISE FROM UPPER STEERING COLUMN AREA WHEN TURNING. 2004 E SERIES AND EXPLORER SPORT TRAC ALSO INCLUDED. *TT Read More »
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
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TSB #17777
REAR LEAF SPRING NOISE. *TT Read More »
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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TSB #041610
GRABBING CONDITION FROM REAR DRUM BRAKES. *AR *TT Read More »
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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TSB #17132
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) C1233 AND C1234 REVERSED IN ABS MODULE. *TT Read More »
ENGINE (PWS)
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
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TSB #18346
HARD START OR FLOODING WHEN ENGINE IS COLD. *EH Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
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TSB #06116
POSSIBLE ENGINE DAMAGE - INSTALL SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS PRIOR TO REMOVING CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT - SERVICE TIP. *TT Read More »
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TSB #0533
HARD START OR FLOODING DURING COLD START ON 2.3L ENGINE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #18364
HARD START OR FLOODING WHEN ENGINE IS COLD. *TT Read More »
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TSB #18375
HIGH IDLE AT COLD START. *TT Read More »
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TSB #05263
MIL ON WITH VARIOUS MISFIRE RELATED DTC'S P0300-P0306 AND P0316 - 3.0L-2V VULCAN ENGINE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #041910
OIL LEAK FROM OIL FILTER ADAPTER - 4.0L SOHC ENGINE BUILT BEFORE 4/1/2004. *TT Read More »
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TSB #0486
BOOM/VIBRATION AT 1800-2200 RPM, ROUGH IDLE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #17771
ENGINE SURGE AT A STEADY THROTTLE DURING THE FIRST 5 MINUTES AFTER A COLD START. *TT Read More »
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TSB #0415
LOWER ENGINE OIL LEAKS 3.0L 2V VULCAN ENGINE. DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS. *TT Read More »
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TSB #17484
HIGHER THAN EXPECTED IDLE ON COLD START. *TT Read More »
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TSB #17234
ENGINE OIL LEAKS FROM THE FILTER AREA ON VEHICLES WITH A 3.0L 2-VALVE ENGINE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #17235
STALL OR ROUGH IDLE CONDITION ON 4.0L SOHC BUILT BEFORE 9/22/2003. *TT Read More »
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TSB #06166
POSSIBLE ENGINE DAMAGE - INSTALL SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS PRIOR TO REMOVING CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT. *KB Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
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TSB #17227
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT NOISE ON 3.0L VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 9/18/2003. *TT Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
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TSB #03L17
DEMONSTRATION/DELIVERY HOLD - SPECIAL FIELD ACTION 03L17. REVISED SMOG EMISSIONS INFORMATION. *TT Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
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TSB #SSM 46085
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. Read More »
POWER TRAIN
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TSB #0645
NEUTRAL TOW CAPABILITY - SERVICE KIT REQUIREMENTS. *TT Read More »
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TSB #05611
NO 3RD GEAR, DTC P0733 (3RD GEAR INCORRECT RATIO) AND FLASHING TCIL - VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 9/23/2004. *TT Read More »
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
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TSB #05510
HIGH IDLE BETWEEN SHIFTS OR IN NEUTRAL - 4.0L ENGINE WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION. *TT Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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TSB #04B22
IMPROPERLY FORMULATED TRANSMISSION FLUID THAT, OVER TIME, MAY CAUSE DELAYED/HARSH REVERSE ENGAGEMENTS. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 04B22. 5R55S/E & 5R44E TRANSMISSION FLUID ADDITIVE. *TT SUPPLEMENT #1. *TT SUPPLEMENT #2. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
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TSB #042107
GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Read More »
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TSB #04217
GENERAL POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT Read More »
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
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TSB #04237
DRIVESHAFT THUMP CLUNK ON LIGHT ACCELERATION FROM STOP OR WHEN BRAKING AND COMING TO A STOP. *EH Read More »
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TSB #03048
THUMP/CLUNK ON LIGHT ACCELERATION FROM STOP OR WHEN BRAKING AND COMING TO A STOP ON CERTAIN 4X4 SUPER CAB EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND STEEL DRIVESHAFT. *TT Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
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TSB #05101
LIMITED SLIP AXLE CHATTER, SHUDDER, BINDING SENSATION, OR VIBRATION DURING LOW SPEED TURNING MANEUVERS - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 4/1/2005. *TT Read More »
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TSB #030508
FRONT AXLE LEAKS FLUID FROM VENT TUBE - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4X4 OR AWD. *TT Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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TSB #0559
SPARK KNOCK DURING ACCELERATION - 4.0L ENGINE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #18347
ABS DTC C1233 AND C1234 REVERSED IN ABS MODULE. *EH Read More »
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TSB #04174
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT Read More »
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TSB #0311
RECOMMENDED 12V SWITCHED ACCESSORY SOURCES. THIS IS A FISHER SERVICE BULLETIN. *MR Read More »
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TSB #17265
VARIOUS POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) AND/OR INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ELECTRICAL CONCERNS. *TT Read More »
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TSB #03181
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
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TSB #17779
STARTER NOISE. *TT Read More »
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
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TSB #05619
BRAKE LAMP CONCERNS. *TT Read More »
VISIBILITY
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TSB #04218
BACK GLASS PUSH OUT. *TT Read More »
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
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TSB #042122
WINDSHIELD WIPERS DO NO PARK WHEN SWITCHED OFF - VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 3/31/2004. *TT Read More »
AIR BAGS
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TSB #22B05 S1
Certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion and MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011 Milan, and 2007-2010 Edge & MKX Vehicles Driver & Passenger Airbag Module Quality Control Inspection REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT ... Read More »
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TSB #22B05
Certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion & MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011 Milan, and 2007-2010 Edge & MKX Vehicles Driver & Passenger Airbag Module Quality Control Inspection: Ford Motor Company has determined ... Read More »
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TSB #05616
SQUEAK OR RATTLE FROM THE PASSENGER AIR BAG. *TT Read More »
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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TSB #14B04
FORD: 2005-2006 FORD GT, 2005-2008 MUSTANG, AND 2004-2005 RANGER VEHICLES OPERATED IN FLORIDA, HAWAII, PUERTO RICO, OR THE U.S VIRGIN ISLANDS ARE IN NEED OF AN AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACEMENT. 06/11/15 *TA. Read More »
SEAT BELTS
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TSB #05310
SAFETY BELT WEB STOP BUTTON SERVICE. *EH Read More »
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
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TSB #042421
SAFETY BELT RETRACTION SPEED. *TT Read More »
STRUCTURE:BODY
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TSB #04251
ALUMINUM CORROSION - SERVICE TIP. *TT Read More »
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TSB #03235
BED EXTENDER COMPONENT REPLACEMENT SERVICE TIP. *TT Read More »
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
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TSB #0558
SURGING SENSATION DURING CRUISE AT STEADY SPEEDS OF 35-50 MPH (56-80 KM/H) - 4.0L ENGINE. *TT Read More »
TIRES
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TSB #052624
VIBRATION DIAGNOSIS - TIRE/WHEEL RUNOUT. *TT Read More »
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TSB #17490
EXCESSIVE FRONT TIRE HEAL AND TOE WEAR AT LOW MILEAGE. ON GOODYEAR P245/75R16 TIRES. *TT Read More »
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TSB #17429
UNEVEN TIRE WEAR ON 4X4S EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR P245/75R15 TIRES. *TT Read More »
WHEELS
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TSB #052624
VIBRATION DIAGNOSIS - TIRE/WHEEL RUNOUT. *TT Read More »
TRAILER HITCHES
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TSB #05252
NEUTRAL TOW CAPABILITY -- SERVICE KIT REQUIREMENTS. *TT Read More »
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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TSB #03L14
SPECIAL FIELD ACTION 03L14 FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.3L ENGINES - VEHICLE EMISSIONS CONTROL INFORMATION (VECI) LABEL REPLACEMENT. VECI LABELS INCLUDE AN INCORRECT VACUUM SCHEMATIC. Read More »
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