1998 Ford Ranger Second generation (non-US version) Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Brake drum | 7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle bleeder valve | 4.43–6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle wheel brake cylinder | 8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts | 57.53–72.28 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws | 14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft |
| Bottom | 43.52–57.53 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle strap | 73.02–83.34 lbf⋅ft |
| On rear axle | 26.55–33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer | 26.55–39.83 lbf⋅ft |
| Stabilizer bar, rear axle on frame | 26.55–39.83 lbf⋅ft |
| Wheel attachment | 64.91–87.03 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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1998 Ford Ranger generations
In 1998 Ford offered 4 generations of the Ranger. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.