2004 Ford Ranger technical service bulletins

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

• Jul 27, 2023 Service bulletinCertain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion and MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011...
• Mar 28, 2022 Service bulletinCertain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2005-2006 GT, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2006-2012 Fusion & MKZ/Zephyr, 2006-2011 Milan,...
• Sep 21, 2016 Service bulletinThe Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic...
• Oct 22, 2014 Service bulletinFord: 2005-2006 ford gt, 2005-2008 mustang, and 2004-2005 ranger vehicles operated in florida, hawaii,...
• Feb 27, 2007 Service bulletinPossible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt
• Jan 1, 2006 Service bulletinNeutral tow capability -- service kit requirements
• Jan 1, 2006 Service bulletinNeutral tow capability - service kit requirements
• Jan 1, 2006 Service bulletinPossible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt - service tip
• Jun 7, 2005 Service bulletinSafety belt retraction speed
• Jun 7, 2005 Service bulletinLimited slip axle chatter, shudder, binding sensation, or vibration during low speed turning maneuvers -...
• May 27, 2005 Service bulletinImproperly formulated transmission fluid that, over time, may cause delayed/harsh reverse engagements
• Apr 1, 2005 Service bulletinBrake lamp concerns
• Apr 1, 2005 Service bulletinFront axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4X4 or AWD
• Apr 1, 2005 Service bulletinSqueak or rattle from the passenger air bag
• Apr 1, 2005 Service bulletinNo 3RD gear, DTC P0733 (3RD gear incorrect ratio) and flashing tcil - vehicles built prior to 9/23/2004
• Mar 21, 2005 Service bulletinSurging sensation during cruise at steady speeds of 35-50 mph (56-80 km/h) - 4.0L engine
• Mar 21, 2005 Service bulletinSpark knock during acceleration - 4.0L engine
• Mar 21, 2005 Service bulletinHigh idle between shifts or in neutral - 4.0L engine with manual transmission
• Feb 21, 2005 Service bulletinHard start or flooding during cold start on 2.3L engine
• Feb 21, 2005 Service bulletinSafety belt web stop button service
• Jan 1, 2005 Service bulletinHard start or flooding when engine is cold
• Jan 1, 2005 Service bulletinHigh idle at cold start
• Jan 1, 2005 Service bulletinVibration diagnosis - tire/wheel runout
• Jan 1, 2005 Service bulletinMIL on with various misfire related dtc's P0300-P0306 and P0316 - 3.0L-2V vulcan engine
• Dec 27, 2004 Service bulletinAluminum corrosion - service tip
• Dec 13, 2004 Service bulletinGeneral (PCM) power train control module programming procedures
• Dec 1, 2004 Service bulletinHard start or flooding when engine is cold
• Dec 1, 2004 Service bulletinABS DTC C1233 and C1234 reversed in ABS module
• Nov 29, 2004 Service bulletinDriveshaft thump clunk on light acceleration from stop or when braking and coming to a stop
• Nov 1, 2004 Service bulletinGeneral power train control module (PCM) programming procedures
• Nov 1, 2004 Service bulletinBack glass push out
• Nov 1, 2004 Service bulletinWindshield wipers do no park when switched off - vehicles built prior to 3/31/2004
• Oct 4, 2004 Service bulletinOil leak from oil filter adapter - 4.0L sohc engine built before 4/1/2004
• Sep 6, 2004 Service bulletinGrabbing condition from rear drum brakes
• Sep 6, 2004 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips
• May 3, 2004 Service bulletinBoom/vibration at 1800-2200 RPM, rough idle
• May 1, 2004 Service bulletinEngine surge at a steady throttle during the first 5 minutes after a cold start
• May 1, 2004 Service bulletinRear leaf spring noise
• May 1, 2004 Service bulletinStarter noise
• Jan 26, 2004 Service bulletinLower engine oil leaks 3.0L 2V vulcan engine
• Jan 1, 2004 Service bulletinHigher than expected idle on cold start
• Jan 1, 2004 Service bulletinExcessive front tire heal and toe wear at low mileage
• Dec 1, 2003 Service bulletinDemonstration/delivery hold - special field action 03L17
• Dec 1, 2003 Service bulletinUneven tire wear on 4X4S equipped with goodyear P245/75R15 tires
• Nov 25, 2003 Service bulletinRecommended 12V switched accessory sources
• Nov 24, 2003 Service bulletinBed extender component replacement service tip
• Oct 1, 2003 Service bulletinSpecial field action 03L14 for certain vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines - vehicle emissions control...
• Oct 1, 2003 Service bulletinClicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning
• Oct 1, 2003 Service bulletinVarious powertrain control module (PCM) and/or instrument cluster electrical concerns
• Sep 15, 2003 Service bulletinRemote keyless entry (RKE) - service tips
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinAnti-lock braking system (ABS) diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C1233 and C1234 reversed in ABS module
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinAccessory drive belt noise on 3.0L vehicles built prior to 9/18/2003
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinEngine oil leaks from the filter area on vehicles with a 3.0L 2-VALVE engine
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinStall or rough idle condition on 4.0L sohc built before 9/22/2003
• Jan 5, 2003 Service bulletinThump/clunk on light acceleration from stop or when braking and coming to a stop on certain 4X4 super cab...