2002 Ford Ranger transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_morePropeller shaft intermediate bearing


On chassis	26.55–38.35 lbf⋅ft26.55–38.35 lbf⋅ft36–52 N⋅m

expand_morePropeller shaft


R15M-D gearbox	36.14–42.78 lbf⋅ft36.14–42.78 lbf⋅ft49–58 N⋅m
S15M-D gearbox	72.28–86.29 lbf⋅ft72.28–86.29 lbf⋅ft98–117 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


R15M-D gearbox	13.28–19.18 lbf⋅ft13.28–19.18 lbf⋅ft18–26 N⋅m
S15M-D gearbox	18.44–24.34 lbf⋅ft18.44–24.34 lbf⋅ft25–33 N⋅m


Clutch slave cylinder	11.8–16.23 lbf⋅ft11.8–16.23 lbf⋅ft16–22 N⋅m

expand_moreDifferential


Differential oil drain plug	28.76–39.83 lbf⋅ft28.76–39.83 lbf⋅ft39–54 N⋅m
Rear axle differential oil control screws	28.76–39.83 lbf⋅ft28.76–39.83 lbf⋅ft39–54 N⋅m
Oil filler screws.

expand_moreGearbox


Gearbox flange connection at engine	27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft37–52 N⋅m
Torque converter	30.24–39.83 lbf⋅ft30.24–39.83 lbf⋅ft41–54 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug


R15M-D gearbox	28.76–43.52 lbf⋅ft28.76–43.52 lbf⋅ft39–59 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
S15M-D gearbox	29.5–43.52 lbf⋅ft29.5–43.52 lbf⋅ft40–59 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug


R15M-D gearbox	18.44–28.76 lbf⋅ft18.44–28.76 lbf⋅ft25–39 N⋅m
Replace screws.
S15M-D gearbox	29.5–43.52 lbf⋅ft29.5–43.52 lbf⋅ft40–59 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil control plug


With automatic 5-gear gearbox	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting


At the gearbox	11.8–16.23 lbf⋅ft11.8–16.23 lbf⋅ft16–22 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox support


At the gearbox bracket	22.86–33.93 lbf⋅ft22.86–33.93 lbf⋅ft31–46 N⋅m
On chassis	27.29–33.93 lbf⋅ft27.29–33.93 lbf⋅ft37–46 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2002 Ford Ranger user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Ford warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Maintenance Items

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Service Intervals

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2002 Ford Ranger generations

In 2002 Ford offered 4 generations of the Ranger. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

2002 Ford Ranger First generation (non-US version) Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2002 Ford Ranger generations

Second generation (non-US version)

Second generation facelift (non-US version)

Third generation (non-US version)

Ford Ranger First generation (non-US version) model years

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