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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
Air-conditioning compressor 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Alternator 35.4 lbf⋅ft
Generator bracket 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Servo steering pump 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
expand_moreUnion nuts on fuel-distributing pipe
First stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreUnion nuts on injector
First stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure pump 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection hoses
expand_moreUnion nuts
First stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 360°
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant pump 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews 1 – 22
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrews 23 – 24
First stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Third stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Fifth stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Seventh stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Ninth stage 90°
Eleventh stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 18
Second stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Tighten cylinder head screws hand-tight.
Fourth stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Sixth stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Eighth stage 19.18 lbf⋅ft
Tenth stage 90°
Twelfth stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 19
Thirteenth stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Fourteenth stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Fifteenth stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRocker bridge
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Rocker bridge.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Rocker bridge.
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
See figure 2.
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 45°
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Tighten in several steps.
Second stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Third stage 27.29 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 45°
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and snug them down crosswise.
Second stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 45°
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 3. Engine block, Main bearing, All other modifications.
Figure 3. Engine block, Main bearing, All other modifications.
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps. See figure 3.
Second stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Fifth stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Sixth stage 90°
expand_moreEngine control
Camshaft timing chain guide rail 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Camshaft timing chain slip rail 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail 22.86 lbf⋅ft
Camshaft timing gear 53.1 lbf⋅ft
Chain tensioner 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 24.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 24.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
All other modifications 28.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Oil pump 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 5.16 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump top part 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
Crankshaft sensor 5.16 lbf⋅ft
Glow plugs 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreNuts
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrews
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Stud screws 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields
expand_moreAll other modifications
Nuts at the turbocharger 34.67 lbf⋅ft
Screws at the turbocharger 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
Starter 25.81 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Ford Ranger service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

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.

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