2000 Ford Ranger Second generation (non-US version) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Intake manifold | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Air-conditioning compressor | 27.29 lbf⋅ft |
| Air-conditioning compressor bracket | 28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft |
| Alternator | 27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft |
| Generator bracket | 27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft |
| Fuel-distributing pipe | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| High-pressure pump | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Central nuts | 43.52–50.89 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Injection hoses | 18.44–21.39 lbf⋅ft |
| Injection nozzle (injector) | 15.49–19.18 lbf⋅ft |
| Heat shields | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft |
| Coolant pump | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Coolant pump pulley | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Fan wheel | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Camshaft bearing | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| helically from the inside out | |
| First stage | 21.39 lbf⋅ft |
| Heed bolt length. See figure 1. | |
| Second stage | 90–105° |
| Third stage | 90–105° |
| Fourth stage | 90–105° |
| Fifth stage | 13.28–14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| With screw head marking „I“ | 5.93 in |
| With screw head marking „N“ | 4.51 in |
| With screw head marking „W“ | 4.04 in |
| With screw head marking „I“ | 5.87–5.91 in |
| With screw head marking „N“ | 4.46–4.48 in |
| With screw head marking „W“ | 3.98–4.01 in |
| Valve cover | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Valve play adjusting screw lock nuts | 14.75–17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 34.67–38.35 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 83–98° |
| Crankshaft central screws | 289.12–325.26 lbf⋅ft |
| Dual-mass flywheel | 111.37–118.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 70.81–75.97 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws crosswise. | |
| First stage | 11.06–25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| helically from the inside out | |
| Second stage | 54.58–60.48 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | Loosen all screws |
| Fourth stage | 11.06–25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Fifth stage | 31.72–33.93 lbf⋅ft |
| Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley | 27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft |
| Inlet camshaft wheel | 90.72–103.26 lbf⋅ft |
| Outlet camshaft wheel | 90.72–103.26 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Long screws | 27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft |
| Short screws | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil drain plug | 21.39–30.24 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| Oil pump | 14.01–19.18 lbf⋅ft |
| Camshaft sensor | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Crankshaft sensor | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Glow plugs | 11.06–14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft |
| On engine bracket | 39.83–55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| Front | 27.29–38.35 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear | 47.2–65.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Heat shields | 5.9–8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft |
| Starter | 28.03–37.62 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2000 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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Doing basic service for your 2000 Ford Ranger you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2000 Ford Ranger generations
In 2000 Ford offered 4 generations of the Ranger. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.